NMS Update 9.15.2024
Northfield Middle School 24 -25
Attendance 507-663-0655
It is important to call our attendance line at 507-663-0655 or email Kari Hartwig khartwig@northfieldschools.org each day that your student is absent, or if they need to arrive late or leave early for an appointment or event. If your student is ill, please provide your student's symptoms and if they have a fever within your message. This is a 24-hour voicemail system. If you have any attendance questions, please contact Kari Hartwig at 507-663-0680. Thank you!
Picture Days
Josten's has an online order form to use after pictures have been taken: jostenspix.com Please use event code FE72724 when placing your order online. All students should have their picture taken in order to be in the yearbook and to receive a student ID. An additional picture day will take place on Tuesday, October 1 (7:30-11:00 am), for students needing retakes or if they did not take their photo in August. On October 1 we will call students down alphabetically. Students and staff are encouraged to have their picture taken regardless if they plan to order. We will print a student & staff ID for the 2024-2025 school year with the new photo. Note that you will need to have your student’s lunch pin to access their pictures and place an order if you choose. A student lunch pin may be found in Skyward/Family Access. If you have questions please contact Kari Hartwig at khartiwig@northfieldschools.org.
This Week's Events @ NMS
Bell Schedule/Wednesday One hour Late Start
Monday, September 16: Gold - Day 2
- YIG Visit - Grade 8 Lunch (11:40 - 12:10)
- MS athletic practices, 3:00 pm
- Boys Maroon/Gold Soccer @ NMS vs Faribault. 4:00 pm
- Girls Soccer @ Faribault MS, 4:00 pm
- Girls Maroon Tennis @ Lakeville McGuire, 3:45 pm
- Girls Gold Tennis @ NMS vs Burnsville, 3:45 pm
- Girls 7/8 Volleyball @ NMS vs New Prague, 4:00 pm
- Storybook Theater, 3:00 pm, auditorium
Tuesday, September 17: Maroon - Day 1
- YIG Visit - Grade 8 Lunch (11:40 - 12:10)
MS athletic practices, 3:00 pm
Storybook Theater, 3:00 pm, auditorium
Girls Soccer @ NMS vs Bloomington Olson, 4:00 pm
Grade 6 Football scrimmage @ NMS, 3:30 pm
Grade 6 Volleyball scrimmage @ NMS, 3:30 pm
Girls Maroon Tennis @ New Prague MS, 3:45 pm
Girls Gold Tennis @ Lakeville Century. 3:45 pm
Grade 7/8 Volleyball (7A & 8A only) @ Burnsville Nicollet, 4:00 pm
Wednesday, September 18: Gold - Day 2
- One hour late start, 8:57 am
- MS athletic practices, 3:00 pm
- Yearbook Club Meeting, 3:00 pm, Room 263
- Storybook Theater, 3:00 pm, auditorium
- Girls Tennis, Volleyball, & Girls Soccer photos, 3:00 pm, cafeteria
- Boys Maroon Soccer @ Bloomington Jefferson, 4:00 pm
- Boys Gold Soccer @ Bloomington Olson, 4:00 pm
Thursday, September 19: Maroon - Day 1
- MS athletic practices, 3:00 pm
- Knowledge Bowl Informational Meeting, 3:00 - 3:30 pm, Room 171
- Storybook Theater, 3:00 pm, auditorium
- Boys Maroon & Gold Soccer @ NMS vs Burnsville Nicollet, 4:00 pm
- Grade 7B Football @ NMS vs South St. Paul, 4:15 pm
- Grade 7A Football vs Mankato East @ Prairie Winds MS, 4:30 pm
- Grade 8A Football vs Mankato East @ Prairie Winds MS, 4:30 pm
- Girls Maroon Tennis @ Lakeville McGuire, 3:45 pm
- Girls Gold Tennis @ NMS vs Lakeville Kenwood, 3:45 pm
- Grade 7/8 Volleyball @ NMS vs Farmington, 4:30 pm
Friday, September 20: Gold - Day 2
- MS athletic practices, 3:00 pm
- Storybook Theater, 3:00 pm, auditorium
Helpful Numbers & Links
NMS Office Hours
7:15 am - 3:45 pm
NMS Main Office
507-663-0650
Attendance Line
507-663-0655
School Fax #
507-663-0660
Nurse
507-663-0656
Student Support Office
507-663-0664
Benjamin Bus
507-645-5720
Activities Hotline
507-645-3559
Crosswalk/Student Drop Off
Students and families have an expanded front loop at the middle school with additional crosswalks. We will have Crossing Guards at Hwy. 246 and Arbor Street from 7:30 am - 7:45 am and 2:50 pm - 3:00 pm to assist students cross this busy intersection. Parents that drop off or pick up their students at NMS should pull all the way around the loop to drop them off. We are also asking parents to not drive through the middle two-way section of the new lot during drop-off or pick-up times. This middle section is reserved for people who are parking and entering the building.
Thank you for your assistance with this and please drive slowly and keep an eye out for students and staff who are crossing on 246 and the parking lot.
Student Support Team
Our School Counselors are available to assist families with class schedules and questions you may have:
Jenny Streefland - student last name A-H
Natalie Amy - student last name I-P
Cori Yamry - student last name Q-Z
Upcoming Middle School Events
September 16 - Grade Level Handbook Discussions
September 16-20 - Storybook Theatre (MS Auditorium), 4:00 - 8:15 pm
September 18 - Girls Soccer, Volleyball & Girls Tennis Sport Photos (MS Cafeteria)
September 20 - Grade Level Handbook Discussions
September 26 - Student Council Meeting, 7:15 am, Room 253
September 27 - Grade 7 Defining Moments, NMS Auditorium
MS Youth Center (MSYC)
JOIN US in room 153 afterschool for Middle School Youth Center! Check out the fun activities and clubs with your friends or join us to and make new ones! Everyone is welcome and there's no cost to you. All you need is a parent/guardian to fill out the MSYC participation form!
We provide a snack and bussing to select stops around town after programming (see the form for a list of stops). We have college tutors available to help with HOMEWORK, Monday through Thursday starting September 30th!
Please contact Sarah Vansickle for any questions.
Bond Referendum
On Nov. 5, 2024 the Northfield School District will ask voters to consider authorizing bond to Reimagine Northfield High School. The high school facility faces numerous problems. This referendum will address these problems because the proposal is Safe, Smart, and Sustainable. Go to our website to get additional information regarding the bond referendum. Or better yet, attend a presentation or come to one of our high school tours!
NMS Administrators
Connect with Greg Gelineau
Email: ggelineau@northfieldschools.org
Location: Northfield Middle School, Division Street South, Northfield, MN, USA
Phone: 507-663-0650
Connect with Michael O'Keefe
Email: mokeefe@northfieldschools.org
Location: Northfield Middle School, Division Street South, Northfield, MN, USA
Phone: 507-663-0650