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Nighthawk News
Week of January 22, 2024
Our Vision: The Herbert Akins Road MS Learning Community collaborates to facilitate equitable outcomes and growth through social, emotional, and academic opportunities.
Communication Protocol
Week of January 22, 2024
Nighthawk Families,
- We had a wonderfully, highly attended Expo Night last Thursday for future Nighthawks! Thank you to all students, staff, and families who made the night in the Nest extra special for our community.
- This week Track 3 will have instructional days on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. On Thursday track out begins. Students are expected to attend all three days this week.
- On Thursday, we look forward to our Track 4 students returning to the building to begin their 3rd quarter/2nd semester. It is imperative that students attend school on Thursday and Friday this week as the staff has planned lessons, activities, and experiences to build a positively, productive runway to the 2nd semester.
Get your TICKETS now for a fun family and community event in our Nest! Our Staff Team takes on the Harlem Wizards on February 7th. Details below!
With appreciation for your support and partnership as we continue to #buildournest in Year 2,
Anne Marie Adkins
Principal
Positivity Project at Herbert Akins Rd MS
Creativity - Tracks 1, 2, and 3; Purpose - Track 4
Dear Families,
This week our Tracks 1, 2, and 3 will be focusing on the character strength of Creativity. Creativity means you come up with new and original ways to think about and do things.
Creative people can look at the world in original ways. They are open to new experiences, and have an imaginative and independent thought process. They generate lots of different ideas and can pursue them with energy and enthusiasm. Creativity is a process that takes courage. Anytime you share your original ideas with the world, you risk being criticized or even ostracized.
On a group level, creativity is vital. It helps us solve seemingly impossible problems, create something we never knew we wanted, or simply see the world in a new way. Technological examples include the printing press, refrigeration, electricity, automobiles, and the internet. Just think of what we’d be missing without Renaissance art, Enlightenment thinking, Harlem Renaissance jazz, or hip-hop emerging from the South Bronx in the 1970s and 80s.
This week Track 4 will be focusing on the character strength of Purpose. Purpose means you have beliefs about the meaning of life and your life’s purpose. You seek to be part of something greater than yourself.
Purpose gives individuals the sense that they are put on this earth for a reason and that they are somehow connected with humanity or the universe. People who possess a sense of purpose believe that they were put on earth for a reason. That reason can have all kinds of variety. It could be to create a unique invention, bring joy through art or music, or raise their children to become good people. These people have a true calling.
Having a clear sense of purpose in life and believing that you’re connected to a larger meaning gives individuals strength. It allows them to persevere and find courage in trying circumstances or lead with kindness and love even when it’s not reciprocated. Those with a sense of purpose have more meaning in their life -- and are more fulfilled.
To practice and encourage the character strength of purpose with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.
Have a wonderful week!
Apply for School Meals
To apply for free or reduced-price meals, you can do so online by visiting www.MySchoolApps.com. Paper applications will always be made available in our school's front office, or you can call 919-588-3535 or 919-856-2920 to have one mailed to you.
- Application information
- Application information - información sobre la solicitud (Español)
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Frequently Asked Questions - preguntas frecuentes (Español)
- Sample application/Ejemplo de solicitud (Please fill out an original / Favor de completar una solicitud original)
- Meal charges policy | Cuentas de Alimentos
Online Application
- Apply for Free or Reduced Price Meals Online
- Solicitud en lÃnea para las comidas escolares Gratis/Precio Reducido: Español
Meal Benefits Expiration Date
Prior year meal benefits will ​carry over up to 30 school days in the new school year based on your student's school calendar. ​Families must reapply every school year if they are interested in receiving meal benefits.
Questions about applying for free and reduced meals:
(919) 856-2920 (English)
(919) 588-3535 (English and Spanish)
cnsmealbenefits@wcpss.net
Free and Reduced-Price Benefits Office fax number:
(919) 856-3704
Nighthawk Athletic News
This Week's Newsletter can be found here!
Congratulations to our Nighthawk Cheerleaders who placed 4th overall at the state championship competition on Saturday! We are so very proud of their commitment and hard work.
Our Basketball Teams play at Fuquay Varina Middle School on Thursday.
On Mondays and Tuesdays, the girls team plays first at 4:00 PM and on Wednesdays and Thursdays the boys' team plays first. The second game usually begins between 5:15 and 5:30 PM>
Tickets can be purchased on the GoFan App or at the gate with $6 cash or card.
Concession Stand Help
We are still in need of parents to help volunteer at the concession stand during games. Please sign up for a home game here! Thank you for helping raise money for Nighthawk Athletics!
Send in Your Game Photos
We have started a google folder to house game day photos. Please email me the photos or drop them in the google folder here. Thank you for your support!
Booster Club Memberships
Here is a link to the booster club website where information regarding sponsorships and memberships are available. Herbert Akins Road Middle School Booster Club
Booster Membership Square Site
Lastly, if you have any questions or need any help please feel free to reach out. Thank you!
Brent Winston
Athletic Director
Herbert Akins Road Middle School
919-694-8300 ext. 53051
8th Grade Families - Mark Your Calendars for Rising 9th Grade Registration Mtg
Rising 9th Grade Registration Meeting (Choose one night)
Tuesday, Jan 23, 2024, 06:30 PM
Herbert Akins Road Middle School, Herbert Akins Road, Fuquay-Varina, NC, USA
Rising 9th Grade Registration Meeting (Choose one night)
Thursday, Jan 25, 2024, 06:30 PM
Herbert Akins Road Middle School, Herbert Akins Road, Fuquay-Varina, NC, USA
Fine Arts Booster Club Meeting - Media Center
Thursday, Jan 25, 2024, 06:00 PM
Harlem Wizards Coming to Herbert Akins Rd MS!
We cannot wait for this unique opportunity at Herbert Akins Rd MS! Purchase your tickets to this event NOW by clicking on the picture below.
6th & 7th Grade Dance - Winter Wonderland
The 6th & 7th Grade Dance "Winter Wonderland" will be held on Friday, February 16th.
Volunteers are needed to make this event a success!
This event will take place from 3:30 - 5:30 pm in the school Gym.
Volunteers are needed before, during and after the event. We will have a DJ playing students favorite hits, Sparks Photo Booth taking pictures, and snacks /pizza available for purchase.
In order to volunteer, YOU MUST be registered with WCPSS as a volunteer!! Volunteer sign up is now done online from the convenince of your home. Please DO NOT wait as approval takes time.
Please reach out to herbertakinsmsptasecretary@gmail.com for any questions! We look forward to making this event a fun and relaxing time for our students.
If you would like to join the committee to plan future dances, please email (as above).
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0E45A5AD29A7F49-47044436-6h7th#/
Community Building Circle at Herbert Akins Rd MS
STEM Career Day
Click below to join our Fine Arts Boosters!
We Need You as a Volunteer this Year!
Please take a moment to click here and register NOW!
Nighthawks PTA Information and Updates
Teacher / Staff Appreciation
PTA is getting an early start on collecting gift cards for Teacher / Staff Appreciation this year. Please sign up and add a small gift card to your next grocery store run! Thank you!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4AAEAE2BA7FE3-46949039-gift
Spiritwear Store Link https://1stplacespiritwear.com/schools/NC/Fuquay-Varina/Herbert+Akins+Road+Middle+School