Our Vision: The Herbert Akins Road MS Learning Community collaborates to facilitate equitable outcomes and growth through social, emotional, and academic opportunities.

Nighthawk Families,

• Report Cards for Quarter 1 have been unable to be finalized due to issues with PowerSchool. Once we receive notification from the school district that we are able to finalize and print report cards, we will contact families. You can always login to PowerSchool to review your student's grades. Thank you for your patience.

• Our PTA did well in the Build Our Nest fundraiser; however, since they did not raise the amount of funds needed for their original budget, they do need to update their budget. In order to do so, they will meet Monday, October 7th at 6:00 PM and need at least 20 members present to pass the budget amendment. Please take 10-15 minutes out of your evening to give your input. Here is the meeting link: PTA Budget Meeting

  Monday, October 7 · 6:00 – 7:00pm

  
  

  Google Meet joining info

  Video call link: https://meet.google.com/imc-uegj-exi

• School Cash Online is the new way for parents to pay for most school activities such as field trips online. We need all families to create an account so you can pay for your student field trips, NJHS, etc. online. Please use the instructions below to create your account so you can see your students and any activities attached to them.

  
  

  English Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pm30oAhTy63oUhLZ8Vzu28IxF2mMgEqb/view

  
  

  Spanish Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cCYPcJavxbC6vApNop_70riIEqNC6IMy/view

• Please see below in the Athletics Section for this week's game schedule.

• Buy Spirit Wear (the PTA receives a portion of sales) - Herbert Akins Road spirit wear, Fuquay-Varina, NC, Nighthawks | 1st Place Spiritwear
• Rent the Spirit Rock (for birthdays and other celebrations)

• Volunteer Renewal has been extended to October 14th!

  As a valued member of our volunteer community, we would like you to renew your volunteer status for the 2024-25 school year.

  The volunteer renewal process is quick and simple for all volunteers who were approved for the 2023-24 school year. The renewal window is now open through Oct. 1, 2024. Go to the MyVolunteer Volunteer Renewal site to renew your volunteer status today! Log into your MyVolunteer account and follow the directions for Volunteer Renewal. The process should only take a few minutes. Once approved, the renewal date in your MyVolunteer profile will be updated.

  All 2023-24 approved volunteers received an email on July 1 from no-reply@criminalrecordcheck.com with a link to renew your approved volunteer status for the 2024-25 school year.

  If you have any issues during the renewal process, contact the MyVolunteer customer support team at 877-272-0266 or customercare@mycrc.com

• Please follow us on our school's Facebook page, X "Twitter" account, and Instagram to stay abreast of up-to-date news and reminders throughout each school week. Scroll all the way to the end of this newsletter and click on the buttons to follow us on each platform.

With appreciation for your support and partnership as we continue to #buildournest in Year 3,

Anne Marie Adkins

Principal

Dear Families,

This week, our school will focus on the character strength of Integrity. Integrity means being honest, truthful, and genuine.

Integrity is doing the right thing even when no one is watching. People with integrity tell the truth and align their thoughts, feelings, and actions. They have the courage to stick to their beliefs, even if it means not following the crowd. Integrity is closely related to honesty and authenticity.

Integrity is essential for personal growth and well-being. When your thoughts, feelings, and actions are in harmony, you can grow and achieve your goals. Being authentic and genuine makes you more likable and trusted by others, improving your relationships.

To practice and encourage the character strength of integrity at home, please visit the Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families. There, you can watch a video, read a quote, and discuss three questions together.

Thank you for your continued support!

Now's the time to order a yearbook for your student and SAVE. https://bit.ly/3B8oAKd

The yearbook is a record of moments in time for your student. Order today for $45.00.

JOSTENS PAYMENT PLAN: Spread out the cost of your yearbook order with three interest-free payments.*

Please checkout this week's Nighthawk Athletic Newsletter .

🏈FOOTBALL / 📣CHEER

Wednesday 10/9/24

HOME v. Holly Ridge 4pm

🏐 VOLLEYBALL

Tuesday 10/8/24

HOME v. Holly Ridge 4pm

⚽ GIRLS’ SOCCER

Tuesday 10/8/24

HOME v. Holly Ridge 4pm

Friday 10/11/24

AWAY at Apex 4pm

We need your assistance! Please sign-up to work concessions at a NC Courage Game here. All proceeds (and tips) benefit our Athletic Booster Club.

To prepare for future seasons ~

Click here for the video on how to do athletic physicals

*Check out our NEW athletic paperwork/physical Google Doc for information on how to load all paperwork on DragonFly

Brent Winston

Athletic Director
Herbert Akins Road Middle School

bwinston@wcpss.net

919-694-8300 ext. 53051

Meal Benefits Expiration Date HAS PASSED - Please see below.

Families must reapply every school year if they are interested in receiving meal benefits.

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 línea para las comidas escolares Gratis/Precio Reducido: Español

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

The Community Partnership Mapping Initiative is a strategic effort to compile a contact list and mapped database of new and existing community partners. Through this initiative, WCPSS stakeholders can share specific needs and will be connected with the community partners that have the ability to provide the needed resources or services.

Once approved by WCPSS staff, your organization's profile will appear in a mapped database that will be accessed and used by district staff, school administrators, social workers, and counselors. The information you provide will not be made available to the public.

This form is specifically for nonprofit organizations, religious organizations, and private foundations that provide goods and/or services to individuals or school communities. If you represent a business vendor, grantor, or if you are an individual volunteer, please review our vendor approval process or volunteer clearance process.

The Community Partnership Mapping Initiative aligns with Aim 12 of our Strategic Plan, which aspires to "Build strong relationships among staff, families, and community organizations in order to share resources and promote well-being." This aim reflects our commitment to Priority 2: Student Disposition and Well-Being. As noted in Core Belief #6: "The Wake County residents value a strong public school system and will partner to provide the support and resources to fully realize our shared vision, accomplish the mission, and sustain our core beliefs." Thank you for joining us in these essential efforts. We appreciate your support!

The 2024-2025 PTA is very excited about this upcoming school year!

• Please join the PTA so that you can receive communications throughout the year (we promise to keep them to a minimum!) regarding school dances, fundraisers, Teacher Appreciation events, family fun nights, and more!
• Join here: Join the PTA - HERBERT AKINS RD NIGHTHAWKS PTA (weebly.com)

• Buy Spirit Wear (the PTA receives a portion of sales) - Herbert Akins Road spirit wear, Fuquay-Varina, NC, Nighthawks | 1st Place Spiritwear
• Rent the Spirit Rock (for birthdays and other celebrations)
• Find information on volunteering for events
• If you have any interest in joining a committee this year, please contact Alex Jamieson at herbertakinsmsptapresident@gmail.com. Examples of committee positions are:
• School Dances
• Fundraising
• Teacher Appreciation
• Audit
• Spirit Nights
• So much more! Do you have special interests? Let us know! We probably have a committee for it! :)

Thank you so much, and we look forward to a FUN and awesome school year!

Alex Jamieson, PTA President

Nighthawks,

We are excited to be in the planning process for our school's second spring musical production! Please make note of the audition dates listed on the image for your track. We are excited to be announcing the title of the spring musical in the following weeks!

Once we announce the show, students interested in auditioning or being chosen for a tech position MUST fill out an audition/tech form, which will be sent out with the show announcement.

Please direct questions about acting/performing to Mr. Pressley at tpressley2@wcpss.net

Please direct questions about tech/backstage to Mr. Coppenbarger at ncoppenbarger@wcpss.net

Thank you!

Travis Pressley, Theatre Program Director

Cole Coppenbarger, Technical Theatre Director

Students learn standards aligned to the NC Standard Course of Study. In addition, teachers will review testing strategies to increase student success in demonstrating their learing.

Throughout the school year, students and families are encouraged to review this site often to gain exposure and practice released EOG questions for their specific grade level test.

Partnership in supporting student learning is essential to build confidence and lift up students in knowing they can be successful, each and every one!

Please take a moment to click here and register NOW!