Normangee MS Family Newsletter
November 15, 2023
Quote of the week
"If you are always trying to be normal, you will never know how amazing you can be"- Maya Angelou
From Mr. Wingfield
Well, we are just about to our Thanksgiving Holiday! It seems like the last few months have just flown by!
When we return for the break it will be a quick 3 weeks and then Christmas. That means the end of the 2nd nine weeks and, of course, the semester. It will be here before we know it so it is imperative that kids stay up to date with classwork and get everything turned in.
I hope everyone has a great break and is ready to finish strong when we get back! Be safe and Happy Thanksgiving!
The Bus Barn will begin using a new Bus Management System in the coming weeks. Please see information below under "From the Bus Barn" to get more information
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
Upcoming Dates
Thursday, November 16
HS Girl's Basketball at Crockett Tournament
Friday, November 17
HS Girl's Basketball @ Crockett Tournament
HS Boys Basketball @ Rosebud-Lott HS, 5:00
Saturday, November 18
HS Girl's Basketball Tournament at Crockett Tournament
Monday, November 20-Friday, November 24 is Thanksgiving Break
Monday, November 20
HS Girl's Basketball vs Anderson @ NISD, 11:00
Tuesday, November 21
HS Boy's Basketball vs Buffalo @ NISD, 11:00
HS Girl's Basketball @ Centerville, 12:00
Monday, November 27
Math Interim STAAR, 8th Grade
MS Boys Basketball vs Snook @ NISD, 4:30
Tuesday, November 28
HS Boy's Basketball vs Neches @ NISD, 5:00
HS Girl's Basketball @ Rockdale, 6:15
Wednesday, November 29
Panthers for Christ, 7:20
Math Interim STAAR Test, 6th and 7th grade
Thursday, November 30
HS Boys Basketball @ Slocum Tournament
HS Girls Basketball @ Lorena Tournament
Friday, December 1
HS Boys Basketball @ Slocum Tournament
HS Girls Basketball @ Lorena Tournament
PTO Santa Shop Opens
Saturday, December 2
HS Boys Basketball @ Slocum Tournament
HS Girls Basketball @ Lorena Tournament
Teen Leadership Community Outreach Project
Normangee Christmas Parade
Thanks
Brenna Sony is our November Student of the Month
Girl's Basketball Finishes Strong at Hearne Invitational Basketball Tournament
Join Normangee PTO
Dress Code Update
Not allowed
leggings worn alone, yoga pants worn without an over shirt or jacket that extends to the fingertips; has changed to that appropriately covers the front and rear of the body
Skirts, shorts, skorts, or dresses that come any higher than within three inches above the kneecap has changed to must be mid-thigh.
Facial Hair
The board restricts facial hair of any kind (mustache, beard, goatee, shadow, etc.). Students with facial hair will be required to immediately shave in the presence of a staff member using shaving equipment provided by the school.....has changed to Students will be required to be clean shaven on the first instructional day of the week and at the request of administrators for specific ceremonies or events. Students not in compliance will be required to shave immediately.
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
For Middle School and HIgh School only, we will be adding Grab & Go Meals on our new addition/serving line, the Cub Cafe. Menu items will change weekly. Meal options are subject to change based on availability of food items.
During the addition of these meal options, items will be first come, first serve. We will continue to adjust our production numbers based on popularity.
Any student getting lunch will be able to choose between the standard hot meal or the Grab-and-Go choices. Sample menu items will include: salads, sandwiches, wraps, entree bowls, etc.
We have also re-opened the Snack Bar, which includes items to supplement school or packed lunches. Students purchasing from this line must have their ID card and money on their account. Example items include: baked chips, cereal bars, 100% juice- frozen slushies, etc.
Online Meal Application
Lunch Money Now
Capturing Kids Hearts November Lessons
In November we will be focused on Teamwork and working together. 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