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October News

N.B.C. WILDCATCONNECTIONOctober News

Principal's Update


Dear NBC Parents,


Fall conferences will be held in person on Wednesday October 16th from 4:30 - 7:30, Thursday October 17th from 12:00 - 3:00 and 4:00 - 7:00. In an effort to reduce wait times we are going to schedule our conferences again this year. You will be able to choose the teachers you would like to see/talk to and then sign up for a specific time to meet with that teacher.


To sign up for specific times visit the web address: https://www.ptcfast.com/schools/Montague_Area_Public_Schools

When you visit this website it will ask you to choose the teachers you would like to see and will then send you a link to view their schedule. You can pick the times that are most convenient for you for each teacher you would like to visit. The site will give you a list of your conference times for your records. We have used this site for a few years and have found the process to be quick and easy. If you need assistance with this process please call the office at 231-894-5617.


We look forward to talking with all of you in a couple of weeks!

Jim Perreault, Principal of NBC Middle School


Jim Perreault

Principal, NBC Middle School

NBC Teacher Connections

Click on the links below to find grade specific teacher contact information and course syllabuses.

Para los padres que hablan español necesitando ver el Boletín Informativo de Noticias que son enviados semanalmente:

Abra el boletín electrónico.

Haga clic ‘Ver en el Navegador’.


Cuando visite el boletín, Usted puede seleccionar una sección y hacer clic con el botón derecho. Aparecerá una lista de opciones. Elegir ‘traducir la sección al Inglés’. Elegir de Inglés al lenguaje preferido y haga un clic para terminar. Asi traducirá la sección en Español.

NBC Student Connections

Take a look at some pictures of what our students are up to during the first few weeks of school!

Chicks

Students enjoyed meeting the new chicks from the MHS High School FFA. NBC Middle School students will be helping the MHS High School students raise broiler chickens for a true farm to table experience. Click on the link below to watch a video of the students with the chicks.

Talk Like a Pirate Day

Thursday, September 19th, was 'Talk Like a Pirate Day' during the middle school lunches. Students who spoke like a pirate, while being served lunch, were rewarded with a cookie. The NBC lunch staff even dressed up for the occasion, and the students loved it!

Distinguished Educator Award

Our 6th Grade English Teacher Mrs. Meoak won the Distinguished Lakeshore Educator Award given out by the United Way. She also received a gift card and boxes filled with classroom supplies and goodies. Way to go, Mrs. Meoak!

Mr. Long's 8th Grade Science Class

Students in Mr. Long's 8th Grade Science Class are working hard on their Atmosphere Foldables. They are learning about the different layers of the Earth's atmosphere.

Concession Stand Volunteers

NBC Middle School is looking for after school athletics concession stand volunteers. If you would like to volunteer at our concession stand for after school athletic games, please click on the link below. We appreciate our parent volunteers!


https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4FA9A82EAAF5C16-50625872-nbcconcessions

2024 Montague Marching Band Glow Show

The 2024 Glow Show will be on Monday, October 21st at 7pm at Montague High School Stadium. Cost is $7 per person with a $25 family cap. Bands from Montague, Hesperia, Shelby, Whitehall, and Mona Shores will be performing. Come enjoy the show!

Halloween Party

It's time to dance and party! NBC will be holding a Fall Festivities Dance and Game Day.

October 24th from 3-4pm will be for 6th graders.

October 25th from 3-4:30 will be for 7th and 8th graders.

No costumes please.

$5 entry fee - Pop and pizza included.

Dancing - Games - Concessions

Cell phones won't be accessed until after the dance.

We are looking for parents to volunteer - please contact Emma Greenwood greenwoode@mapsk12.org

IMPORTANT REMINDER!!

EVERY WEDNESDAY is early release for Montague Public Schools. Which means, NBC Middle Schoolers will get out of school an hour early- dismissal time of 1:40pm!

Pick-Up and Drop-Off

The front doors open at 7:25am and classes start at 7:40am.


Students are dismissed daily at 2:40pm.

On Wednesdays, students will be dismissed at 1:40pm.

Half day dismissal is at 11:10am.

Upcoming Important Dates

Parent Teacher Conferences

October 17 (1/2 day of school)


October 18 (1/2 day of school)

Picture Re-Take Day

October 30th

Yearbook Orders will be a separate order form, coming soon.

Post- Graduation Opportunities

Looking for Post-Graduation Opportunities? Click on the link or scan the QR code below to check out this informational packet for resources that will help students and their families review college information, find financial aid information, get a job, serve their community or country, assess their skills if unsure of their path, and explore opportunities to earn college credit or receive training in high school.


https://pathfinder.mitalent.org/resources

FRIENDLY REMINDER, ALL STUDENTS WILL RECIEVE FREE LUNCH FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR!

Click this link BELOW to find NBC's Breakfast & Lunch Menus!

Blue Crew T-Shirts & Passes

NBC Office Staff are now selling "Blue Crew T-Shirts" and "Blue Crew Passes"


These passes and shirts are $20 each. Cash or Check. If you purchase a shirt or a pass it will get your STUDENT into ALL Middle School & High School HOME athletic events (EXCLUDES MHSAA GAMES).


Please see our office staff for purchasing /any questions you may have!

#GOCATS!

NBC is Looking for Supplies!

-Boxes of Kleenex

-Clorox Wipes

-Paper Towels

-Feminine Products (Tampons & Pads)


We are also seeking clean, gently used backpacks, clothing, athletic apparel (adult sizes S-XL), and tennis shoe donations in order to provide essential items for our students who are in need. Some specific items that are helpful are:

-Black leggings (for girls)

-Sweatpants

-Athletic shorts

-Sweatshirts

-Long sleeve t-shirts

-Short sleeve t-shirts

-Underpants (New/Unused)


-Hygiene and Misc. items: Backpacks, Deodorant, Tampons


If you would like to donate, please bring items to Mrs. Halverson or Mrs. Kraus in NBC's office. Thank you in advance!

Fall Sports Schedules 2024

Visit our Athletics Page for more Sports Related Information by clicking on the link below.

Fall 2024 Athletics Schedule


Boys Cross Country

Fri 10/11- 4:15pm GMAA Invitational (Fruitport Middle School)

Tues 10/15- 5:30pm WMC Jamboree #3 (Oakridge Middle School)


Girls Cross Country

Fri 10/11- 4:45pm GMAA Invitational (Fruitport Middle School)

Tues 10/15- 6pm WMC Jamboree #3 (Oakridge Middle School)


7th Grade Volleyball

Mon 10/07-4pm North Muskegon (Away)

Wed 10/09-4pm Ravenna

Tues 10/15-4pm Fremont (Away)

Wed 10/16- 4pm Oakridge

Mon 10/21- 4pm WMC Tournament

Wed 10/23 4pm Whitehall (Away)


8th Grade Volleyball

Mon 10/07- 5:15pm North Muskegon (Away)

Wed 10/9-5:15pm Ravenna

Tues 10/15-4pm Fremont (Away)

Wed 10/16-5:15pm Oakridge

Mon 10/21- 5:15pm WMC Tournament

Wed 10/23 5:15pm WMC Tournament Whitehall (Away)


Football

Wed 10/09 4pm- Shelby (Away)

Wed 10/16 4pm- MS Co-ed 7/8 Fremont (Away)

Wed 10/16 6pm- Fremont (Away)

Wed 10/23 4pm- Ravenna

Wed 10/23 6pm- Mason County

Upcoming Community Events:

PUMPKIN ROLL

Pumpkinfest will be held on October 12 in Downtown Montague with many pumpkin-inspired events, contests, and features. There will be Artisan Market and Farmer’s Market, Arts and Crafts Fair, bake sale, best pumpkin pie contest, biggest pumpkin weigh-in contest, pumpkin painting, cider mill, pumpkin seed spitting contest, pet costume contest, carved pumpkin contest, pumpkin launching, hayrides, biggest pumpkin weigh-in, kid’s activities, entertainment, food vendors, and more! The pumpkin freestyle roll will take place beginning at 11am. Pumpkins will be available to purchase, and folks of all ages can go up the hill and roll their pumpkin. For more information, contact the White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce at 231-893-4585

Christmas Parade

Santa is Coming to town! The 2024 White Lake Christmas Parade will be held Saturday, December 7th at 2:00 p.m. This holiday event is organized by the White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce. With over 50 festive entries, the parade starts in Whitehall and runs along BR US-31 into Montague where it ends at the corner of Ferry and Spring Streets. Santa will make his entrance as the grand finale. For more information, contact the White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce at 231-893-4585

Santa's House

Santa House hours are posted on the City sign and the City of Montague Facebook page each year. For more information, contact the Montague Police Department at 231-893-0810.

Bring the kids down and take their picture while they sit on Old St. Nick’s lap! Kids that want to send a letter to Santa can drop it in the mailbox slot on Santa’s House, or mail it to:


Santa Clause
c/o Montague Police Department
8778 Ferry Street
Montague, MI 49437

-“Education is the passport to the future,

for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.”

-Malcolm X

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