Director's Note
What a Legacy!!!
Setting the Stage for September: An Unforgettable Opening Weekend!
What a way to kick off our NESA season! This past weekend, Legacy Night Live (LNL) took the stage, and to say it was a success would be an understatement—both showings were completely sold out!
For those new to our community who might not be familiar with LNL, it’s a high-energy sketch comedy show structured just like Saturday Night Live. But here is the truly extraordinary part: our students start from scratch on Monday morning. In less than a week, they write the scripts, sit down for table reads, cull and refine the material, cast the roles, direct the sketches, and pull together a fully realized production by Saturday night.
To turn blank pages into a polished, hilarious performance in under six days takes an incredible amount of talent, discipline, and collaboration. Our students blew us away with their sharp comedic timing and creativity. From the Knights named Greg, to the awkward role-reversal of having "the talk" with aging parents, to that all-too-relatable dad taking youth sports just a bit too far, the laughter in the theater was non-stop.
As we slide into September, this incredible opening weekend sets a vibrant tone for everything our young artists will accomplish this year.
A Gentle Reminder for the Long Weekend: To give our hard-working students and staff a well-deserved breather after such a high-octane launch, please remember that NESA will be closed on Monday in observance of Labor Day. Take this time to rest, celebrate, and recharge.
Thank you to everyone who came out to support our performers, crew, and writers this weekend. Your energy in the audience makes all the long hours worth it.
Here’s to a wonderful month ahead!
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- National Little Black Dress Day lights up September 1 each year, encouraging women to don their iconic attire for a vital cause. This campaign champions stroke prevention and cardiovascular health. Join the movement to raise awareness, get screened, and promote heart-healthy lifestyles.
Coming Soon
Coming soon
- Sep 10- Berklee Visits NESA
- Sep 21 - University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance visits NESA
- Sep 25 - Movie Trivia Night
- Sep 30 - Music and Art Concert "Pets"
- Oct 9/10 Danger Cross Major Show
- Oct 17 - Dance Workshop
pARTners News
NESA pARTners Newsletter
Click to find out all the ways you can support NESA students by reviewing our NESA pARTners (parent) newsletter for the week of August 30.
NESA pARTners Fundraisers
Throughout the year, NESA pARTners helps fundraise through the students for the support of our community. Please note these dates!
Testing Corner
Testing with Mr. Goodwin
Here is a link to Mr. Goodwin's newsletter which has everything AP testing, College visits, and CCMR related.
Important Dates:
- Sept 10 - Berklee College of Music will be in the MPR (Library) during all lunch periods. Please stop by and visit if you would like more information.
- Sept 14 - The Texas Workforce Commission will be in the Cafeteria during all lunches. Please stop by and visit if you would like more information.
- Sept 15 - ASVAB testing to any 10th, 11th, or 12 graders. In addition to a military entrance exam, the ASVAB can be used as a tool to help students explore career options.
- Sept 21 - University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance will be in the MPR (Library) from 11:30-12:30. Pleases stop by and visit if you would like more information.
- Sept 23 - Davidson College will be in room S103 from 9:00-10:00. Please fill out the Google form if you would like to attend.
- Sept 25 - The Syracuse University will be in the Cafeteria during 4th and 5th period lunches. Please stop by and visit if you would like more information.
- October 1 - Seniors can start applying for FAFSA/TAFSA/ or Opt Out Form. (Seniors must fill out one of the three in order to graduate). FAFSA Checklist: English and Spanish. Make sure you fill out FAFSA for the College School Year 27-28. Seniors also need to create a My TX Future Account.
- Oct 5 - Johns Hopkins University will be in the MPR (Library) during all lunch periods. Come by and visit if you would like more information.
- Oct 5 - Nov 8 - The Fall AP payment window is open. Students can pay online through their Skyward account, or with cash only to the LEE or ISA counseling office. A student must have joined their AP class on CollegeBoard before they sign up for the AP exam.
- Oct 6 - Amherst College will be in the MPR (Library) from 1:45-2:30. Come by and visit if you would like more information.
- Oct 12 - Oct 18 - Free College Application week through Apply Texas. Students can apply to any public Texas University for free during this week. Link
- Oct 13 - The Army National Guard will be in the cafeteria during all lunch periods. Please stop by and visit if you would like more information.
- Oct 15 - PSAT Testing for all 9th, 10th and 11th graders. No signup is needed. Students must arrive to their testing room by 8:55 a.m. If they show up after this time they won't be allowed to test.
- Dec 1 - The San Antonio College Fire Academy will be in the Cafeteria during all lunches. Please stop by and visit if you would like more information.