The Hoof Print (3/25/2019)
Michael R. Null Middle School
Principal Notes
What a great week to be a STALLION!
What an interesting week! As of this writing, all activities and school is back to normal for next week. We will go to school on Monday (3/25), but we are going to try and file a waiver with the state for the other 2 days. Monday will be business as usual. Please tell your kiddos to came to school with their IDs and minds ready to learn. We have a lot of ground to make up before our first round of STAAR testing. Three days of missed instruction this time of the year really hurts. We will make it up, but we need your help. We need the kiddos to come to school well rested each day and ready to learn. As long as you can help us with those things, we will take care of the rest.
See you around the campus...
Remember, we are the Best school with the Best students and the Best faculty and staff. Good, Better, Best!!! Never let it rest, until your good gets better and your better gets best!
Sincerely,
Leroy Bradley II
Every Child - Everyday!
NMS UIL Competition
Important Dates
March 24th (Monday):
- TELPAS Window
March 25th (Tuesday):
- TELPAS Window
- 6th Grade Math Mock
- 7th Grade Math Mock
- 8th Grade Science Mock
- Algebra 1 Mock
- SPTO Meeting 5-6 PM @ Library Classroom
March 26th (Wednesday):
- TELPAS Window
- 6th ELA Mock
- 7th ELA Mock
- US History Mock
March 27th (Thursday):
- TELPAS Window
- Athletic Physicals 8-2:30 @ KHS
March 28th (Friday):
- TELPAS Window
CASE SMART Academy
SMART Academy After-School Program
Afternoon and morning program are available Monday- Thursday.
Morning program time are from 7-8am
We have certified teachers cover the morning component of programming to help assist with academic assistance and homework help.
Afternoon program time are from 4-6pm
In the afterschool program we have trusted staff members that’s available to assist students with homework help. As well as, we as a program monitor student’s grades and make sure their attending any tutorial that’s necessary to assist academically. Our first hour of program focused on academic needs, and second hour of program students are giving the option to choose an enrichment activity of their preference.
Our Enrichment Activities we offer are:
COOKING
C- STEM
DIY-FUN ART
STEP TEAM
Dance
YouTube
Photography
DJ Lessons
Sports (Sponsor Coach Holt)
Book Club (Sponsor- Campus Librarian Ms. Miramontes)
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Stallion PTO
One School, One Book
Dear Parent/Guardian: This month our school will be embarking on a special project, an all-school book club called One School, One Book™. Every student will have access to the same book titled Fish in Tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt. I am personally asking you to make the time so that your family can participate in this special activity. Reading aloud at home is valuable because it better prepares your child to be an effective reader, and it is also a fun, worthwhile family activity. Our 6th grade students will read the book with their ELA teachers and our 7th and 8th grade students will read it with their electives teachers. However, all students will have access to additional copies in the library, which they may check out. With the One School, One Book™ program, we aim to build a Community of Readers at our school. Everyone – students, parents, teachers, and even administrative staff will all be following along together. Along with the book, you will receive a reading schedule so that you can keep up at home.
Stallion Success Tips
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Mar 04, 2019
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Suggest that your teen start a word journal. Whenever she reads or hears a new word, she can write it in her journal. Later she could add its definition and draw a doodle to help her remember what it means. Encourage her to use words from her journal when she writes.
Sugiérale a su hijo adolescente que escriba un diario de palabras. Cuando lea o escuche una palabra nueva, puede anotarla en su diario. Luego, puede añadir la definición y hacer un dibujo para recordar el significado. Aliéntelo a usar palabras de su diario cuando escriba.
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Mar 05, 2019
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Here’s how your tween can make a handy math reference guide. Have him staple file folders together accordion style. Then, he could write formulas, math terms and definitions, and sample problems on the panels to refer to when he does homework.
Enséñele a crear una guía práctica de referencia de matemática. Dígale que abroche varios archivos juntos, en forma de acordeón. Luego, puede escribir fórmulas, términos matemáticos, definiciones y problemas de ejemplo en los paneles para tener de referencia al hacer la tarea.
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Mar 06, 2019
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Holding up a cell phone to take pictures at a public event can block the view of others. Remind your child to be considerate. If she wants to snap a photo, or record video, she should move someplace where she won’t keep others from seeing what’s going on.
Mantener el celular en alto para tomar fotos en un evento público puede obstruir la vista de los demás. Recuérdele a su hijo que sea considerado. Si desea tomar una foto o grabar un video, debe ir a un lugar donde no les impida a los demás ver lo que sucede.
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Mar 07, 2019
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Discussing dating, sex, drugs, or alcohol can be squirm-inducing for both parents and teens. Adopt an “all questions welcome” attitude. If your child asks an awkward question, avoid judgment and stick to the facts so he’ll feel comfortable coming to you in the future.
Hablar de citas, sexo, drogas o alcohol puede avergonzar un poco a padres e hijos. Adopte una actitud de “aceptar todo tipo de preguntas”. Si su hijo le hace una pregunta delicada, evite juzgarlo y sea objetivo para que se sienta cómodo y vuelva a consultarlo en el futuro.
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Mar 08, 2019
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Is that information your child found online current? Before she adds it to her paper, suggest she look for the date it was posted, a “last updated” note, or the most recent listings under the “news” section to make sure the site is updated regularly.
¿Está actualizada la información que su hijo halló en línea? Sugiérale buscar la fecha de publicación o actualización de la información, o la lista más reciente en la sección de noticias, para verificar que esté actualizada antes de agregarla a su trabajo escrito.
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Mar 09, 2019
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Have your teen pull out his old Legos. But instead of building a structure, suggest that he stretch his creative muscles by arranging blocks into a mosaic-style picture. Does he need help getting started? For inspiration, he could search online for “Lego mosaic.”
Haga que su hijo juegue con los antiguos Lego. Pero sugiérale que, en lugar de construir un edificio, desarrolle la creatividad con los bloques y forme mosaicos. ¿Necesita ayuda para empezar? Para inspirarse, podría buscar en línea “mosaicos Lego”.
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Mar 10, 2019
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When your child needs to show grit, remind her to be like the “tortoise” from “The Tortoise and the Hare.” The tortoise won not because he was faster or smarter, but because he was mentally tough and determined to keep going. Your child can do the same.
Cuando su hijo necesite coraje para enfrentar algo, recuérdele la tortuga de la fábula “La tortuga y la liebre”. La tortuga ganó, pero no por ser más veloz ni más inteligente, sino por tener resistencia mental y determinación para perseverar. Su hijo puede hacer lo mismo.
The Parent and Family Engagement Connection
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Spanish
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NMS Weekly Attendance
'A' House Students of the Month
Victor Martinez, Eva Barrera, Elicia Wright, Humberto Benavides, Asia Fontenot, Tyler Marshall
'B' House Students of the Month
Manuel Sorto, Yocelin Real, Johnny Morales, Monserrath Rodriguez, Bryan Hernandez, Kristal Salazar
Educator of the Month Educator of the Month
- Our educator of the month is.....Morgan Saied
- Morgan's Family members are her husband Mark, her 4 year old sold Owen, and soon to be daughter Quinn. She says she has so many great friends that she will not attempt to name them because she doesn't want to leave anyone off. Her favorite things to do are spending time with her family, being outdoors, swimming, and running. Her favorite book is "The Giver." Her favorite movie is "Cool Hand Luke," and her favorite shows are "Stranger Things" and "Parks & Recreation." One thing that you may not know about Morgan is that she likes to paint and create things!
Student of the Month
- Our student of the month is.... Tyler Marshall
- Vincent's family members are Tyler, his mom, his dad, his brother, and his 2 little sisters. His best buds are Joaquin, Jonathan, Kevin, Aiden, and Zayvier. Vincent is not really into reading but he loves to watch the "Coach Snoop," "Chasing Monsters," and "Lone Star Law." He loves to play football, basketball, and video games. Something that you may not now about him is that he is very strong. Congrats Tyler!
Null Middle School Instructional Insight Newsletter
STEM Corner
Here’s what’s happening in STEM this week:
Grade 7
STEM Math: We will be working with volume of 3-D figures.
STEM Lab: Students will be starting their 2nd rotation of College and Career Engineering labs and also will be practicing and getting prepared for their Spring Showcase.
STEM Science: Students will be doing a plant unit learning about tropisms, photosynthesis, and turgor pressure.
STEM Texas History: Students will be starting to study the Civil War.
STEM ELA: The students will wrap up their “This is Us” PBL and begin preparing for the STAAR Writing Exam. The students will participate in a series of writing activities to review developing ideas, crafting a thesis, and creating a rough draft.
Grade 8:
STEM Science: In 8th Grade STEM Science, students will be finishing up Newton’s Laws of Motion and beginning their study of Plate Tectonics.
STEM 8th grade Math: Students will be continuing personal financial literacy.
STEM Algebra 1: Students will be factoring and studying quadratic equations.
STEM Lab: Students will be starting their 2nd rotation of College and Career Engineering Labs and also will be practicing and getting prepared for their Spring Showcase.
STEM American History: Students will be creating an online time line of major Civil War events.
STEM ELA: The students will begin their STAAR Reading Blitz by focusing on elements of poetry, fiction, and making inferences.
This week is also our Spring STEM Showcase. We are asking all current STEM Students and Parents to be in attendance. The Showcase is Thursday, March 21st, 2019 at 6:30 pm.
Have a great week!
Electives
Another EXCITING week in the Elective Department!
CAP (Civil Air Patrol) - Lt Col Peace and Capt Roland
CAP I cadets are beginning Chapter 3 "The Art & The Science." We will form a working definition of leadership and appreciate why leaders need to display special qualities.
CAP II cadets will learn why leaders must become critical thinkers. We will study how brainpower equals success for the leader.
CAP III cadets will investigate why leaders must speak and write well. Our class will develop an awareness of the importance of effective communication for the leader.
CHOIR - Ms. McShan
All choir events are pending. Please stay turned for updates. Sorry about the confusion. I will send a new calendar home ASAP pending approval.
Theater - Mr. Brandner
This week the theater department is wrapping up the musical performance unit and will transition in to a short story telling unit, looking at Pixar Short Spark Films for inspiration. We will focus on the details of storytelling and how to use a simple BME to get a message to our audience. Projects will be filmed and turned in for a major grade at the end of this week. Galaxy is starting its 7th week of after school rehearsals and will have rehearsal everyday this week except for Friday. The schedule can be found in Mr. Brandner's room or on our school Instagram page: @Stallionstars. Our original play, Teenage Mutant Ninja Orphans, will premier here at Null in April. More details to come! Thanks to all those that come by and support the kids at after school rehearsals!
Parents...THANK YOU for your continued support!
Athletics
WELCOME BACK
I hope everyone had a great and enjoyable Spring Break!
Even though its our first week back we have a busy week!
WEDNESDAY- Boys Track @ Channelview
Girls Track @ Northshore
All meets start at 5:00
If you haven’t turned in physicals and/or money yet IT MUST BE DONE BY WEDNESDAY!! Please take care of this or contact
Military Ball
Friday, May 3, 2019, 05:30 PM
NMS Gym
GT Expo
Thursday, May 9, 2019, 06:00 PM
TBD
6th & 7th Grade Awards Night
Monday, May 20, 2019, 06:00 PM
NMS Gym
8th Grade Graduation
Friday, May 24, 2019, 09:00 AM
NMS Gym
8th Grade Prom
Friday, May 24, 2019, 06:00 PM
NMS Cafeteria
District Holiday
Monday, May 27, 2019, 08:00 AM
Home - No School
Last Day of School/ Early Release
Thursday, May 30, 2019, 08:30 AM
Michael R. Null Middle School, Garrett Road, Houston, TX, USA
N.M.S. Stallions
Email: leroybradley@sheldonisd.com
Website: http://sheldonisd.com/Domain/697
Location: Michael R. Null Middle School, Garrett Road, Houston, TX, United States
Phone: 2814362800
Twitter: @SuperStallions