NMS Parent Update

October 4, 2024

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Check out what is happening at NMS!!

End of Progress Period

October 10th is the end of the marking period. Progress reports will be sent through School Tool and mailed home. Please make sure you are able to log into this program so you can check on your child's grade after 5 weeks of school!!

Early Release Drill - October 10, 2024

We will practice our Early Release Procedures on Friday, October 10th by dismissing 20 minutes early that day. This is to simulate a day when we may have to dismiss early for any reason. Please make sure you have your plans in place and are able to ensure your child gets picked up early on that day.

This especially impacts parent pick up - so please mark your calendar for a 2:45 dismissal on Friday, October 10, 2024.

Attendance Matters!!

Attendance off to a Great Start!

We are super excited as we watch our students begin the school year with incredible energy and dedication!

✨ Be Present, Be Powerful ✨

Every day our students attend school is a powerful step toward their future. Consistent attendance builds confidence, resilience, and lasting friendships, empowering them to learn and grow every single day.

Why Attendance Matters:

❤️ Empowerment: Being present helps your child discover their strengths and potential.

🤝 Community: Regular attendance fosters a supportive and connected school environment.

🏆 Success Habits: Consistent presence builds routines that lead to lifelong achievements.

Thank you for encouraging our students to Be Present, Be Powerful. Your support makes a remarkable difference in their journey and our vibrant community

From the Health Office

ATTENTION ALL CAREGIVERS. JUST A REMINDER THAT NYS MANDATES ALL 6TH GRADERS TO RECEIVE THEIR TETANUS VACCINES PRIOR TO 6TH GRADE (or once they turn 11) AND 7TH GRADERS ARE REQUIRED TO RECEIVE THEIR MENINGITIS VACCINES PRIOR TO 7TH GRADE.

****AT THIS TIME IF YOUR STUDENT IS STILL MISSING THESE VACCINES, THEY WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ATTEND SCHOOL IF NOT VACCINATED BY OCTOBER 19TH**** If you are unable to get into to your physician’s office for these vaccinations you can set up an appointment with the Chenango County Public Health Vaccine Clinic at 607-337-1660. Please call the nurse’s office ASAP at 607-334-1600 ext. 2066 and make them aware of your student’s pending vaccine date. Keep in mind that this is a mandate from NYS that we are required to follow. Thank you for your help and attention to this matter.

Please remember that if your child is running a fever or vomiting to keep them home, they must be fever free and no vomiting for 24 hours.

You may contact the health office at 607-334-1600 ext. 2066 with any questions .

NMS Data Corner

Each newsletter, we will highlight data from our school in this newly added feature to our newsletter. This month, we have two areas to highlight:

1. NMS met our goal of 95% attendance for September!! Our goal is to Strive for 95% - Let's keep it up.

2. We have experienced amazing growth in our choir program this year, with many more students participating in the program. We are very excited about this growth, and look forward to the amazing work they will be doing as they prepare for their winter concert!!

Stay tuned for more pieces of data that highlight the awesome things that are happening at Norwich Middle School this year!!!