Normangee MS Family Newsletter
January 24, 2024
Quote of the week
"No matter how you feel, get up, get dressed, and show up.”- Regina Brett
From Mr. Wingfield
Rain, Rain, don't go away....but maybe just a little less per day!! The travel patterns are definitely going to change a bit due to weather, this week but what else would we expect with a Texas Winter. If anyone has any needs or concerns due to the rain, do not hesitate to let us know. We will do our best to communicate any changes to bus routes or other school functions. We have had some issues with technology, internet, phones, etc. yesterday so please be patient if we are unable to respond or disseminate any information as promptly. We may require other means if technology is glitchy.
Currently, all scheduled events for MS and HS have not been changed. Please be careful as you are traveling to and from activities.
Please see the information below in regards to the Career Technology Education (CTE) night for 7th and 8th graders. In an effort to provide as much information as possible we have teamed up with the High School CTE teachers so that our students can learn more about each program. Since we are adding elective HS courses in students' 8th grade year, we want to make sure they are only taking classes they will need for graduation and endorsements. This will allow them to get HS credit while they are in 8th grade. Hope to see you there! If you have any questions, please contact the HS office.
Please look at every section below in order to get updates on events and/or any other pertinent information regarding Normangee MS and NISD.
In an effort to continually keep our students and campus safe, all parents will need to physically enter the building in order to check out your child for any reason. We will pull your child out of class when you arrive and have gone through the check-out procedures. Thanks for your cooperation.
If there is any other information you would like to receive through the MS Newsletter, please feel free to email me at jwingfield@normangeeisd.org
As always, if I can help in any way please let me know.
Jared Wingfield
7th and 8th Grade CTE Night
January is School Board Appreciation Month
I just want to give a quick shout out to our school board. I have worked in several school districts and I can honestly say that the NISD School Board is one of the best I have worked with. They truly serve our community and do what is best for our Teachers and Students! Thanks for all you do to support NMS and NISD! If you see a school board member, please tell them thank you. They do not hear it enough!
President- Andres De La Garza
Vice President- Bill Biddle
Secretary-Waylan Martin
Charlotte Hemphill
Terra Huffman
Ronnie Sorters
Joshua Harris
Spring STAAR Dates
April 11
English 6-8 STAAR Exam
April 16
8th grade Science STAAR
April 18
8th Grade US History
April 23
8th Grade Math
April 25
6th & 7th Grade Math
Upcoming Dates
Thursday, January 25
MS Boy's Basketball @ Snook, 4:30 and 5:30
MS Girl's Basketball @ Snook, 6:30 and 7:30
Friday, January 26
HS Girl's Basketball vs Iola, 4:00 JV/ 6:00 Varsity
HS Boy's Basketball vs Iola, 5:00 JV/ 7:00 Varsity
Saturday, January 27
HS Powerlifting @ Elgin, 8:00 am
Tuesday, January 30
HS Girl's Basketball @ Snook, 4:00 JV/ 6:00 Varsity
HS Boy's Basketball @ Snook, 5:00 JV/ 7:00 Varsity
Wednesday, January 31
Panthers for Christ, 7:20 am
Thursday, February 1
MS Boy's Basketball @ Burton, 4:30 and 5:30
MS Girl's Basketball @ Burton, 6:30 and 7:30
Friday, February 2
HS Girl's Basketball vs Burton, 4:00 JV/ 6:00 Varsity (Senior Night)
HS Boy's Basketball vs Burton, 5:00 JV/ 7:00 Varsity (Senior Night)
Join the Normangee PTO
If you would like to find a great way to further support the teachers and students of NISD, please join our Normangee PTO. Click on the button below.
New Law Concerning Vaping/ E-Cigarettes
If a student goes to DAEP for having a vape/ e-cigarette students will also be required to complete an educational course on the dangers of vaping
From Health and Nutrition
A huge shout out to our Health and Nutrition team as they continue to improve lunch and breakfast options for our students. They work hard every day to make sure they serve 100's of kids 2 times a day. Thanks for all you do!!
Online Meal Application
Lunch Money Now
Capturing Kids Hearts December Lessons
In January we will be focused on Refocusing and Reconnecting to our responsibilities to one another. Every Monday we will have a character lesson and students will be able reflect and build positive, healthy relationships and dialogue with one another.
From the Bus Barn-New Bus Management System
The Transportation Department is in the process of changing over a new Bus Management System called Bus Right. This system will enhance student safety, streamline bus communication, and manage routes at the touch of a button. A GPS system will track the bus on it's route and provide real time information to parents, administrators and route drivers. Parents will have peace of mind receiving drop off and pick up information before and after school. The system should be online soon. In the meantime, below is the information needed to download the app. Once you set it up on your phone, the app will automatically start giving you information when the transportation department has it up and running. We will let you know when that happens.
SportsYou Girls Athletics
Access Code
MJ9ENEXW
SportsYou Boys Athletics
Download the app on your smartphone. Once you have the app available, push the Team/ Groups Tab. Select the JOIN button in the top right corner and type the access code below.
6UYQ3RKH
Normangee Panther Band SportsYou
Download the app on your smartphone. Once you have the app available, push the Team/ Groups Tab. Select the JOIN button in the top right corner and type the access code below.
Access code
C85ADEAS
Teacher Remind Codes
Mrs Kimich Remind Codes (Science)
7th Grade Remind Code
@a38fagk
8th Grade Remind Code
@2fh747
Mrs Maxey (8th Grade Math)
@844f3f
Mrs Adams (6th Grade ELA and Social Studies)
Mrs Penry
7th GR - @penry7
8th GR - @penry8
Community of Readers Fundraiser
https://shop.scholastic.com/viewCampaign?campaignId=4dcfe2cf-62cd-4f15-b5cb-e8aad2aea6df
Ms Wilson (6th Science)
Ms Light
7th Grade Math Remind- https://www.remind.com/join/hh4ah9g