Weekly Wildcat Newsletter - Jan. 6
Northwestern Middle School News and Notes
Happy Friday Wildcat Country!
We loved welcoming our students back to school after the Winter Break. These three days provided an opportunity to get back into our school routines, meet some new students, and set the stage for a fantastic semester.
Due to some scheduling conflicts, the January PTO meeting has been moved to Friday, January 13.
January is the last month to Pre-Order a Yearbook and ensure there is one printed for your student. To pre-order, go to www.balfour.com and search for Northwestern Middle or you can click HERE.
I hope all of our families have a wonderful weekend. If you need anything, please don't hesitate to email me at petersonj1@fultonschools.org.
I can't wait to see our students again on Monday!
Important Upcoming Dates
- Tuesday, 1/10 - 6th Grade Band Concert (7:00 pm)
- Friday, 1/13 - January PTO Meeting (9:30 am)
- Monday, January 16 - MLK Jr. Day (No School)
- Tuesday, January 17 - PD Day (Remote Learning for Students)
- Wednesday, January 25 - NMS Basketball @ Ridgeview MS (5:30/7:00)
- Friday, January 27 - NMS Basketball @ Hopewell MS (5:30/7:00)
Special Education Teacher Position
Instructional Paraprofessional Position
Drama Department Appreciation
Write Score
We will use an alternative bell schedule on January 19 to accommodate this assessment.
FCS CTAE Middle School Career Expo
The inaugural FCS CTAE Middle School Career Expo will be held on Saturday, February 25 at North Springs High School. All middle schools in FCS are invited to participate in a day of hands-on, interactive exploration into career paths that match the CTAE pathways offered in FCS.
Stay tuned for more information as this event gets closer!
Parent Prep 101
Parent Prep 101 NMS Spirit Days
Parent Prep 101 is a 1 hour Zoom webinar created for 7th -11th grade parents and a WIN/WIN for you and your school. You will receive helpful information on what to expect over the next several years, a timeline to follow, and what your student can be doing now to prepare for that college application. You will learn about GaFutures, Grants, HOPE & Zell Miller scholarships, and when to take the ACT/SAT.
The Northwestern Middle School session price is $45 and $10 goes back to the Northwestern PTO. Dates/times in the flyer below. The price will include a private Facebook group for additional information and ongoing support. Once the registration form and payment is received, a Zoom link will be sent to you. If you have any questions please text Trisha Caputo at 678-777-7141or email at Parentprep101@gmail.com.
Register here: http://bit.ly/3W5xH3O
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/parentprep101
New World Language Course for SY23-24 - Latin
Our course recommendation process will begin after the New Year. Stay tuned for more information about Latin options for next school year in the coming weeks!
Grade Level Assessment Calendars
The calendars have been updated through October.
NMS Teacher Study/Help Sessions
Communication at NMS
At Northwestern Middle School, we believe effective and timely communication is essential to our mission. NMS staff, students, and parents/guardians should maintain open, honest, and respectful lines of communication. Working together is the best way to help each student achieve success!
Attendance Emails from Infinite Campus
FCS Curriculum Hub
The Curriculum Hub provides a variety of resources to assist parents in supporting their student's learning in the areas of English Language Arts/Reading, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies including:
- A year-at-a-glance for each course with the standards taught in each unit
- Unit plans detailing the specific learning targets to be mastered
- Parent resources to preview or review concepts and skills taught in each unit
Family Resources for Social Media & Cell Phones
Representatives from Bark presented at one of our previous PTO meetings. As a company, Bark provides monitoring service and resources for families. I will be sharing information from Bark and other sources weekly in our newsletter.
There is also a Facebook group that is a great resource: Parenting in a Tech World
NMS Clubs and Student Activities
Northwestern will offer many clubs and student activities for our students during the 2022-23 school year. Check back often for more information!
Northwestern Middle School Theatre
Always A Hawk Club
Jewish Middle School Club
If you have any questions about the club, please see Dr. Joyner in room 624.
Northwestern Middle School FCA
NMS Music Programs
NMS Student Newspaper
PTO COMMITTEE OPEN POSITIONS!
Sponsorships - Communicate and coordinate membership packages with those interested in becoming a WildCat Sponsor!
PBIS Coordinators - Assist with coordinating the purchase and delivery of PBIS rewards purchased by Wildcat students!
2022-23 NMS Yearbooks Are On Sale!
Attention 8th Grade Parents
Be sure to submit a baby photo or purchase a shout out or ad for your student!
PTO Membership Packages
Northwestern Middle School
Home of the Wildcats!
Email: nmsfrontdesk@fultonschools.org
Website: https://www.fultonschools.org/northwesternms
Location: 12805 Birmingham Highway, Milton, GA, USA
Phone: (470) 254-2870
Twitter: @TheNMSWildcats
Thank you for your continued support of Northwestern Middle School!
Sincerely,
Joel - Principal
Northwestern Middle School: Teach Hard, Love Harder - The Wildcat Way!