Community Clipper
Volume 6 Issue 17
November 24, 2024
In this week's newsletter
- Staff vs Students Basketball Game
- Thanksgiving Message
- Champion For Students
🏀 Blair's Staff vs. Students Basketball Game 🏀
Get ready for some serious competition and school spirit! Students - join us on November 26, 2024, during electives, for the ultimate showdown: Staff vs. Students!
🎟 Entry Fee: $1
🍿 Concessions: Available for purchase
This exciting event is proudly sponsored by PBIS and Blair Athletics. Don’t miss out on the fun—come cheer on your favorite team and see who takes home the bragging rights! 🏆
Let’s go, Blair! 💛💚
A Thanksgiving Message from Principal Doyle
As we approach Thanksgiving, I want to take a moment to reflect on the many reasons we have to be grateful as a school. At Blair, we are more than a school—we are a community bound by a shared purpose: to support, inspire, and uplift one another every day.
I am incredibly thankful for our dedicated teachers and staff, who go above and beyond to ensure every student has access to the best possible education. Whether it's through innovative lesson plans, mentorship, or simply creating a safe and welcoming space, your commitment makes a lasting difference.
To our students, thank you for your curiosity, resilience, and determination. Watching you grow as learners and leaders is the greatest gift of all. You inspire us daily with your potential, and we are proud to support you on your journey.
To our families and community members, your partnership and trust mean everything. Together, we create opportunities for our students to thrive, and I am grateful for your continued collaboration.
Thanksgiving is also a time to acknowledge the small, quiet moments of gratitude. Whether it’s a kind word shared between friends, a teacher staying late to help, or a student who chooses to persevere through a challenge, these moments define who we are as a school.
May your Thanksgiving be filled with warmth, joy, and cherished time with loved ones. Let’s carry this spirit of gratitude into our classrooms, hallways, and community as we continue working together to make Blair an exceptional place to learn and grow.
With heartfelt thanks,
Dr. Doyle
Proud Principal of Blair Middle School
Champion for Students
At Blair Middle School, we are honored to recognize Mrs. Hazzard as our latest Champion for Students!
Mrs. Hazzard is a truly exceptional educator who exemplifies what it means to prioritize the success and well-being of every student. She constantly challenges her students to strive for excellence in their work while fostering an environment where learning thrives.
Her dedication to our students is remarkable. With every lesson, she demonstrates an unwavering commitment to making each student feel valued and supported, creating a classroom that inspires growth and confidence.
Mrs. Hazzard’s passion and heart for her students set her apart, making her not only a phenomenal teacher but also a role model for both her colleagues and the entire Blair community.
Important Dates
November
2 - Junior District Chorus Auditions
4 - Report Cards Mailed home
5 - No school for students
11 - No school for students
12 - PMHE Specialty Night (for rising 6th grade students)
15 - Honor Roll Certificates given to students
27-29 - Closed - Thanksgiving Holiday
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Blair Middle School Information
Website: https://www.npsk12.com/bms
Location: 730 Spotswood Avenue, Norfolk, VA, USA
Phone: 7576282400
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