Principal's Message
Principal's Message
6/12/25
Dear Newcomb School Community,
As we close out another incredible school year, I want to take a moment to reflect on all that we’ve accomplished together—and to express just how proud I am of our Spartan community. Thank you for making the 2024–2025 school year such a meaningful and successful one.
Newcomb continues to grow and thrive. Next year, we will welcome over 950 students from across Long Beach and surrounding areas. This growth is a direct reflection of the strong, inclusive school culture we’re building together—a culture where students are thriving academically, socially, and emotionally, and are being prepared for middle school, high school, and beyond.
I want to offer a special thank you to our incredible teachers and staff. Their dedication, creativity, and unwavering commitment to our students are what make Newcomb such a special place. Whether it’s through engaging classroom instruction, organizing enriching clubs and activities, or creating safe and welcoming spaces, our team goes above and beyond each and every day. The positive outcomes we’re seeing—including gains in English Language Arts and Math across grade levels and students reporting a stronger sense of connection and belonging—are a direct result of their hard work.
We are also deeply grateful for the support of our families and our three outstanding parent organizations: PTSA, Sankofa, and the Newcomb Foundation. Your partnership is vital to everything we do, and your ongoing efforts help foster a school culture where all students feel seen, supported, and celebrated.
Thank you all for making this year at Newcomb one to remember. I’m already excited about the year ahead and all that our Spartans will accomplish in the 2025–2026 school year!
Below, you’ll find links to important resources to help you prepare for next year, including our 25/26 Events Calendar, Recommended Supply List, and Office Summer Schedule, along with key details for the start of the school year. Please have a safe and joyful Summer Break. See you in August. Go Spartans!!!
With love & gratitude,
Chris Thompson
Principal, Newcomb Academy