UPDATE – AS OF 06:4 PM May 5th, 2026
NO SCHOOL FOR ALL NCS STUDENTS TOMORROW Wednesday, May 6th, 2026 to allow time for thorough follow up to today’s situation.
Staff should check their emails for further details.
NMS / NHS Athletics events and practices will proceed as scheduled.
Pirates Cove WILL REMAIN OPEN.
Napoleon Community Schools experienced an alleged critical situation today that initiated a district-wide lockdown at approximately 2:43pm after Middle / High School was released but before Ezra Eby Elementary was released. Students have been successfully reunited with their families. Law enforcement remains onsite, investigations continue. Additional updates will be shared as they become available.
Our staff, students, and especially our local law enforcement agencies acted quickly and professionally to secure all buildings and grounds, ensuring the safety of everyone on site. We are grateful to report that an all-clear has been given.
While no response is ever perfect, this situation was handled with care, urgency, and a strong focus on safety. Communication through multiple channels, including email, social media, our website, and text/all-call systems was shared.
We appreciate your patience with any communication delays or shortcomings. Our top priority was, and always will be, the safety and well-being of the children in our care and those working to resolve the situation safely.
A full review of today’s events will be conducted in collaboration with our first responders to identify any areas for improvement. A crisis support team will be available for any staff or students in need on Thursday, May 7th, 2026.
NO SCHOOL FOR ALL NCS STUDENTS TOMORROW Wednesday, May 6th, 2026 to allow time for thorough follow up to today’s situation.
Staff should check their emails for further details.
NMS / NHS Athletics events and practices will proceed as scheduled.
Pirates Cove WILL REMAIN OPEN.
Napoleon Community Schools experienced an alleged critical situation today that initiated a district-wide lockdown at approximately 2:43pm after Middle / High School was released but before Ezra Eby Elementary was released. Students have been successfully reunited with their families. Law enforcement remains onsite, investigations continue. Additional updates will be shared as they become available.
Our staff, students, and especially our local law enforcement agencies acted quickly and professionally to secure all buildings and grounds, ensuring the safety of everyone on site. We are grateful to report that an all-clear has been given.
While no response is ever perfect, this situation was handled with care, urgency, and a strong focus on safety. Communication through multiple channels, including email, social media, our website, and text/all-call systems was shared.
We appreciate your patience with any communication delays or shortcomings. Our top priority was, and always will be, the safety and well-being of the children in our care and those working to resolve the situation safely.
A full review of today’s events will be conducted in collaboration with our first responders to identify any areas for improvement. A crisis support team will be available for any staff or students in need on Thursday, May 7th, 2026.
Ezra Eby Elementary students will be released shortly and bused to the football field, escorted by their teachers and other staff members. Other students on site in other buildings will be cleared and released as soon as possible. Also released to the football field.
If you choose to pick up your student, please be patient as we work through our verification process to ensure student safety. You may carefully head to the NCS Athletic Field (Football field) to pick up your students. Arrangements will be made for students not picked up.
We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available. We appreciate your patience as we focus on student / staff safety. Please drive slowly and carefully when entering the area. Follow the directions of law enforcement and staff on site. *Reunification Update May 5th 3:53 pm
PLEASE DO NOT ENTER THE NAPOLEON COMMUNITY SCHOOLS AREA. We are in a lock down with law enforcement present. More information will be released as soon as it becomes available.
The annual high school picnic was a HUGE success! ☀️🔥
Students fired up their grills, cooked out, jumped into volleyball and football games, enjoyed music, and soaked up the sunshine.
It was a day full of fun, laughter, and great memories—safe to say a fantastic time was had by all! 🏐🎶🌭
Students fired up their grills, cooked out, jumped into volleyball and football games, enjoyed music, and soaked up the sunshine.
It was a day full of fun, laughter, and great memories—safe to say a fantastic time was had by all! 🏐🎶🌭
🌟 ON THE JOB SPOTLIGHT 🌟
We’re excited to share that our very own Karen Wood has been featured in Jackson Magazine! 🎉
Staff & students at Ezra Eby Elementary already know what an incredible asset Karen is—not just to that building, but to the entire district. Her dedication, support, and heart for students and staff make a difference every single day.
Now the whole community gets to see what we’ve always known… Karen is amazing! 💚
👉 Check out the feature and help us celebrate Karen!
👏 Drop a comment or share to show your support!
#PiratePride #OnTheJob #StaffSpotlight #ThankYouKaren #EzraEbyElementary
https://www.flipsnack.com/EEDAA966AED/may-2026/full-view.html?p=6
We’re excited to share that our very own Karen Wood has been featured in Jackson Magazine! 🎉
Staff & students at Ezra Eby Elementary already know what an incredible asset Karen is—not just to that building, but to the entire district. Her dedication, support, and heart for students and staff make a difference every single day.
Now the whole community gets to see what we’ve always known… Karen is amazing! 💚
👉 Check out the feature and help us celebrate Karen!
👏 Drop a comment or share to show your support!
#PiratePride #OnTheJob #StaffSpotlight #ThankYouKaren #EzraEbyElementary
https://www.flipsnack.com/EEDAA966AED/may-2026/full-view.html?p=6
The Spring Collage Concert is a favorite tradition of our Pirate Music Department! 🎶
A huge thank you to Mr. Trudeau and Mr. Beaman for the passion and dedication they bring to our Napoleon music students, inspiring a true love for music every day.
Featuring performances by the Buccaneer Band, 7th & 8th Grade Bands, Middle School Choir, Jazz Band, High School Choir, and High School Band—this is always an afternoon to remember! 🎵
A huge thank you to Mr. Trudeau and Mr. Beaman for the passion and dedication they bring to our Napoleon music students, inspiring a true love for music every day.
Featuring performances by the Buccaneer Band, 7th & 8th Grade Bands, Middle School Choir, Jazz Band, High School Choir, and High School Band—this is always an afternoon to remember! 🎵
💚 We Appreciate Our Amazing Staff! Happy Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week! 🏴☠️
Today we kick off a week dedicated to celebrating the outstanding educators and staff who make a difference in the lives of our students every single day. Your dedication builds strong foundations and bright futures, and our school community is stronger because of you.
Thank you for everything you do!
⭐ Past or present school staff make a difference each and every day. Share your positive Teacher/Staff moments in the comments—we’d love to celebrate them with you!
Today we kick off a week dedicated to celebrating the outstanding educators and staff who make a difference in the lives of our students every single day. Your dedication builds strong foundations and bright futures, and our school community is stronger because of you.
Thank you for everything you do!
⭐ Past or present school staff make a difference each and every day. Share your positive Teacher/Staff moments in the comments—we’d love to celebrate them with you!
🤩 Teacher/Staff Appreciation THIS Week May 4–8, 2026! 🤩
Napoleon Community Schools proudly celebrates the incredible teachers and staff who dedicate their time, talent, and hearts to supporting our students every day.
From the classroom to the cafeteria, the office to transportation, and everywhere in between — your commitment helps our students learn, grow, and succeed.
Thank you for your dedication, patience, and passion. We appreciate you today and every day! 💚🏴☠️
Napoleon Community Schools proudly celebrates the incredible teachers and staff who dedicate their time, talent, and hearts to supporting our students every day.
From the classroom to the cafeteria, the office to transportation, and everywhere in between — your commitment helps our students learn, grow, and succeed.
Thank you for your dedication, patience, and passion. We appreciate you today and every day! 💚🏴☠️
🎉🏴☠️ Pirate Spirit Sideline Cheer – Sign Ups NOW OPEN! 🏴☠️🎉
Calling all future Pirates in 3rd–6th grade for the 2026–2027 school year!
📅 Registration Window: May 1 – May 29
💲 Cost: $110
📣 What to Expect:
• Practices Wednesdays | 5:30–7:00 PM (starting August 5)
• Cheer at youth football games on Sundays (starting September)
• 🎉 FREE Little Pirate Cheer Camp in the Fall
• ⭐ JV Game Halftime Performance
• 👕 Full uniform included
📍 Uniform Fitting:
May 29 | 5:30 PM
HS Library
👉 Sign Up Here:
https://form.jotform.com/261204747459058
💳 Payment:
Scan the QR code below to complete your payment!
📣 Don’t miss your chance to build spirit, teamwork, and Pirate pride!
#PiratePride #SidelineCheer #FuturePirates #YouthCheer
*Hosted by the NHS Cheer Team. NCS assumes no liability for the planning or execution.
Calling all future Pirates in 3rd–6th grade for the 2026–2027 school year!
📅 Registration Window: May 1 – May 29
💲 Cost: $110
📣 What to Expect:
• Practices Wednesdays | 5:30–7:00 PM (starting August 5)
• Cheer at youth football games on Sundays (starting September)
• 🎉 FREE Little Pirate Cheer Camp in the Fall
• ⭐ JV Game Halftime Performance
• 👕 Full uniform included
📍 Uniform Fitting:
May 29 | 5:30 PM
HS Library
👉 Sign Up Here:
https://form.jotform.com/261204747459058
💳 Payment:
Scan the QR code below to complete your payment!
📣 Don’t miss your chance to build spirit, teamwork, and Pirate pride!
#PiratePride #SidelineCheer #FuturePirates #YouthCheer
*Hosted by the NHS Cheer Team. NCS assumes no liability for the planning or execution.
⏳ ONE WEEK AWAY! ⏳
The Spring Carnival Night is almost here!
🎟️ Buy your wristbands early and save!
📅 Friday, May 8
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
We can't wait to see you there!
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The Spring Carnival Night is almost here!
🎟️ Buy your wristbands early and save!
📅 Friday, May 8
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
We can't wait to see you there!
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We are incredibly grateful for Mrs. Russell, our Middle School Principal, and Mr. O’Leary, our High School and Ackerson High School Principal. The countless hours they dedicate to their buildings do not go unnoticed—working behind the scenes to ensure everything runs smoothly each and every day.
Their leadership, commitment, and care for our students and staff make a lasting impact. Thank you both for all that you do for our school community! 💚
Their leadership, commitment, and care for our students and staff make a lasting impact. Thank you both for all that you do for our school community! 💚
We are so thankful for Mr. McGonegal and Mrs. Holbrook, our incredible Eby principals, and all the hard work and love they pour into our elementary students each day. 💚
This National Principals Day, we celebrate and thank you both for your leadership, dedication, and the positive impact you make in our school community! 🏴☠️
This National Principals Day, we celebrate and thank you both for your leadership, dedication, and the positive impact you make in our school community! 🏴☠️
Aubrey Weber had a blast at DECA ICDC (International Career Development Conference)!
Pirate Aubrey represented Jackson Area Career Center in the Principles of Marketing competition in Atlanta, GA this week. This is comprised of a comprehensive business administration exam and a role play scenario based presentation.
🏆Aubrey outperformed all other competitors in the exam portion and received a high exam score achievement medal.🏅 She was called up on stage in front of approximately 30,000 of her peers to receive this honor at the Mercedez Benz Stadium (what an experience!!🤩).
Although she didn’t proceed into the final round of the competition, she should be incredibly proud of her accomplishment! She’s already pumped and ready for DECA next year!
We are so PROUD of YOU, Aubrey!!!! 🏴☠️
Pirate Aubrey represented Jackson Area Career Center in the Principles of Marketing competition in Atlanta, GA this week. This is comprised of a comprehensive business administration exam and a role play scenario based presentation.
🏆Aubrey outperformed all other competitors in the exam portion and received a high exam score achievement medal.🏅 She was called up on stage in front of approximately 30,000 of her peers to receive this honor at the Mercedez Benz Stadium (what an experience!!🤩).
Although she didn’t proceed into the final round of the competition, she should be incredibly proud of her accomplishment! She’s already pumped and ready for DECA next year!
We are so PROUD of YOU, Aubrey!!!! 🏴☠️
We need your help! Let's fill up the courtyard windows with Relay for Life donation cards. Only two weeks left until our mini relay! Reminder: pink survivor forms are due Monday May 4th.
We are incredibly proud of our eight National Honor Society students who spent time this morning giving back to the community!
Caitlyn Briggs, Jocelyn Gamez, Myla Hasegawa, Ethan Hays, Tyler Nall, Lucas Rowley, Cade Rugg, and Jenna Yob teamed up with People for the Parks and Trails and Grow Jackson to help revitalize the garden beds at the Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center.
In just a short window, these leaders tackled weeding and mulching to help support local food access and keep our public spaces beautiful. Way to show what leadership and service look like in action!
Caitlyn Briggs, Jocelyn Gamez, Myla Hasegawa, Ethan Hays, Tyler Nall, Lucas Rowley, Cade Rugg, and Jenna Yob teamed up with People for the Parks and Trails and Grow Jackson to help revitalize the garden beds at the Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center.
In just a short window, these leaders tackled weeding and mulching to help support local food access and keep our public spaces beautiful. Way to show what leadership and service look like in action!
🎪 So Much Fun Waiting for You! 🎪
At the Spring Carnival you’ll enjoy:
🎯 Fun Games
🏆 Prizes
🎈 Inflatables
🍔 Food Trucks
🎁 Basket Raffle
✨ And much more!
📅 Friday, May 8
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
Buy your pre sale tickets now!
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🏆🏅We’re proud to share that our very own Miss Pence has received the Educator Award from the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office.
This honor recognizes an educator who creates safe spaces for learning, encourages honest conversations, and supports early intervention. Miss Pence’s dedication to our students strengthens not only their individual futures, but the well-being of our entire community.
Congratulations, Miss Pence, and thank you for the impact you make every day! ❤️👏
This honor recognizes an educator who creates safe spaces for learning, encourages honest conversations, and supports early intervention. Miss Pence’s dedication to our students strengthens not only their individual futures, but the well-being of our entire community.
Congratulations, Miss Pence, and thank you for the impact you make every day! ❤️👏
MARK YOUR CALENDARS ~ Ezra Eby's Spring Carnival
📅 Friday, May 8
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
🎟️ Presales Are OPEN! 🎟️
Join us for an evening of fun games, prizes, inflatables, food trucks, basket raffle, and much more! Save money by purchasing wristbands early!
Pre-Sale Pricing:
Grades 1+ — $10
Ages 3–Kindergarten — $8
Ages 2 & under — FREE
Don't wait — grab yours today!
4th graders celebrated Arbor Day with a presentation from Mr. McGonegal, DNR officer, Kevin Sayers, and members of the Napoleon Lions Club, Dick and Carmen Tallman and Levi Kimble, who were kind enough to purchase White Spruce seedlings for all of our 4th grade students.
Eby celebrates Earth Day 2026!
