Bobcat Nation:

Second marking period interim reports will be distributed via HAC on Wednesday, December 14th. If you have any questions about a particular class, please contact the teacher. This will allow them to provide you with suggestions on how to provide the best supports to help your child improve their performance. It may also be valuable to work with your child to set goals for the remainder of the second marking period.

Last week we had two wonderful musical performances involving the Northern Middle School Band and Chorus! The audience enjoyed watching the students share their talents and inspire goodwill as we celebrate the winter holiday season. Thank you to Mr. Hautmann and Mrs. Sigmon for preparing the students and conducting their performances.

Join us for the Winter Orchestra Concert on Tuesday, 12/13 at 7:00 pm in the Mary Harrison Center. We invite everyone to join us celebrate the holidays and the hard work put in by Mr. Wentz and the Orchestra students.

Have a great week!

Mr. Webster, NMS Principal

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Congratulations to our November Students of the Month! These students were selected by their teachers for their hard work in the classroom and for demonstrating the Bobcat ROAR!

Congratulations to Mrs. Moller and her Art students! 208 of her Art students contributed to a collection of artwork that was recently displayed at the Board of Education. The students created individual pieces with bilateral and radial symmetry that were then combined into one large complex pattern. Their piece titled "Together We're A Masterpiece" is a wonderful example of how we are all unique, but connected!

Be sure to order your 2022-23 NMS Yearbook! Yearbooks are sold online at https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/view_account.asp?l=FA7A42A7-C300-45ED-BBEB-129ECDED39DC.

Yearbooks are currently on sale with a special early bird price of $30.00. Starting on January 4th, the price will increase to $35.00. Be sure to purchase soon to get the discounted price.

If you have any yearbook questions, please contact Mrs. McGuire at mcguireta@calvertnet.k12.md.us.

But Hurry…Deadlines are Approaching Fast!

Order by December 1st for Holiday Delivery

December 31st is the last day to order your fall pictures

Ordering is EASY!

https://classicphotographyimagingorders.onlinephotocart.com/

then Enter your Access Key from your proof

Or you can simply scan the QR code on your proof.

Questions? Call us at (800)869-9515 x112

Classic Photography & Imaging

We are seeking donations for rewards for our students. NMS wants to continue our partnerships with our families and local businesses to support our school’s PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) initiative. PBIS is a statewide initiative to improve behavior and increase student achievement. We try to accomplish this by creating a clear system for all expected behaviors and rewarding positive behaviors and choices. We reward students for embodying the Bobcat ROAR (Respect, Outstanding Achievement and Responsibility).

We hope to provide very attractive prizes to keep the students motivated! Donations can include anything that will serve to reward and motivate the students ($5-$10 gift cards, individually wrapped food items, coupons for free items, tangible items, school supplies, etc…) If you want to check with us about an idea, feel free to contact Jessica Himes at himesj@calvertnet.k12.md.us

One easy way to donate is through an Amazon Wish List that is being facilitated by the PTO - https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/9H80XPJZUNWM?ref_=wl_share

We believe that involvement with families, businesses and the community can be a positive part of our students’ education. We will gladly accept donations year round!! Please drop your donations off in the main office.

We would like to recognize and thank the following business and individuals who donated to our PBIS program! We truly appreciate your generosity!

• AT&T
• Black Market Bakers
• Chick-fil-A
• Shelly Harvey
• Brenna Scheideman
• Ashley Stevens-Marrone
• WaWa

Have you ever seen the festive decorations that Lynch Creek Farms creates? Fresh fall and winter wreaths, garlands, dried summer wreaths and so much more. This year Northern Middle School PTO has been given the opportunity to share these creations with you and your families while getting 15% back for our kids!

We were able to put the Haunted Trail and fall party together with the help of your previous fundraiser participation. Thank you so much for your continued support!!

https://www.lynchcreekfundraising.com/teams/299385-nms-pto

Please consider joining the NMS PTO. The PTO is a very active organization at NMS. We need the support of all parents and families. Even if you have no time to volunteer, there are other ways to support all children at NMS. Please look for PTO information at the beginning of the school year and at Back-to-School Night.

The electronic link for membership is https://pto-membership-83842.cheddarup.com

You can also access the NMS PTO Facebook group page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/nmsbobcatspto/

The PTO is organizing several committees to help with events throughout the year. If you are interested in helping, please sign-up at https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10c0e4aa8ac2dabfac70-ptocommittees

https://www.calvertnet.k12.md.us/district-information/reopening-plan

https://calvertnet.nutrislice.com/

Calvert County Public Schools uses Raptor for visitors and volunteers to sign in and sign out. Volunteers must apply annually to be an approved volunteer. All volunteers will need to review the volunteer handbook and watch the volunteer training video before completing and Online Volunteer Application. Volunteers must be approved before they may begin service as a volunteer in any school buildings.

CCPS Online Volunteer Application & Process: https://www.calvertnet.k12.md.us/departments/human-resources/become-a-volunteer

It is the responsibility of all families, students, and staff members to self-assess before entering a school bus or CCPS facility by answering the following questions:

• Has the individual or anyone in the family been sick with dry cough, shortness of breath, chills, fever, muscle or body aches, sore throat, or loss of sense of taste or smell in the last 5 days?
• Has the individual or anyone in the family been exposed to COVID-19 and asked to quarantine? If yes, who was directed to quarantine and what date did the quarantine start? (Ensure quarantine time is up and symptoms have improved.)
• Has the individual or anyone in the family tested positive for COVID-19? If yes, who and when? Were they having any symptoms? (Ensure quarantine is up and symptoms have improved.)
• Student and staff should not attend school if they are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or have been medically advised to quarantine. If this is the case, please contact our School Nurse, Carin Fleshman, at 443-550-9227 or fleshmanc@calvertnet.k12.md.us.

Here Comes the Bus (HCTB) is an app with tracking features for the bus(es) your child(ren) is assigned to ride. They include

• Showing the real-time location of your child's bus on a map
• Scheduled and actual arrival times at home and school for bus routes
• Push and email notifications when the bus is near

Click this link for more information on getting the app - https://www.calvertnet.k12.md.us/departments/transportation/bus-status/here-comes-the-bus

To create an account, you will need to know your child's ID number and the school district activation code 87557.

If students have questions about their device (laptop/computer), they can get help from a member of the CCPS IT team at helpdesk@calvertnet.k12.md.us or call 443-550-8146. Students needing assistance can also drop off their laptop in the main office and fill out a paper Help Desk ticket.

Supports are also available on the CCPS website using the Technology Support button (pictured below) on the main page. This resource provides links to submit help desk tickets, frequently asked questions, and other resources students can use to solve issues.