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Current sophomores and juniors are invited to apply to represent their peers as a Student Board Member for the 2026-27 school year. Learn more on our webpage.
Ignite the Night - May 11, 2026
Join this interactive event for student demonstrations of enrichment programs that build creativity, develop future-ready skills, and bring learning to life. Visit our webpage to learn more.
Dual Immersion Programs
Discover how our Dual Immersion Programs build biligualism, academic excellence, and the skills students need to thrive in a global economy by visiting our webpage.
ParentSquare
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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Join the Ed Tech team for practical support and dialogue on AI's impact on family and school life.
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Summer 2026 courses are offered in partnership between NMUSD and the Coast Community College District (Orange Coast College, Golden West College, and Coastline College).
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Join us for an interactive celebration of learning beyond the classroom.
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Applications to be a Student Board Member are now being accepted.
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The district invites families of children ages 3 to 4 years old who have questions about special education to connect with our Preschool Assessment Team.
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AVID is helping all students at Newport Coast develop the skills needed to thrive in rigorous, accelerated learning environments.
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The 2026 winter athletic season highlighted the strength of NMUSD's programs, with league championships, CIF success, and continued growth across all four comprehensive high schools. Student-athletes demonstrated resilience, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence in both competition and the classroom.
You're invited to share your LCAP input at the final meeting of the school year of this Parent Education Session Focusing on Special Education.
Upcoming Events
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Newport-Mesa Unified School District, 2985 Bear St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA
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Get to Know Newport-Mesa
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In this short video we capture some of the magic, hard work, the technology, facilities, and the dedicated students, staff, parents, and volunteers that make Newport-Mesa Unified School District an institution of great learning