Northbrook Focus

• November 4: 8th Grade Yearbook Ad DEADLINE
• November 5: Digital Learning Day - Election Day!
• November 7: PTSA Meeting-Eat Chili & Chill
• November 11-15: Book Fair
• November 22: Turkey Trot
• November 25-29: Thanksgiving Break

The vision of Northbrook Middle School is to be Grounded in Excellence as we cultivate High Performing students in a Nurturing Environment. Please consider nominating a teacher you feel exemplifies Northbrook's vision of excellence, professionalism, and a willingness to go above and beyond on a daily basis. Two nominated teachers per month will be recognized at the faculty meeting for this special recognition. Please use this link to nominate a Northbrook teacher for Teacher of the Month each month this school year - https://forms.gle/JtZG5jYEARC2jrfE6

Join Northbrook PTSA for our first general body meeting on Thursday, 11/7, from 6-7pm in the school cafeteria. Come learn about the exciting activities we are planning this school year and enjoy some tasty chili. Everyone is welcomed. If you haven’t already, please consider joining PTSA to help support events. Corporate sponsorships and donations are also welcomed.

Fall Spirit Wear orders are due Friday, November 8

Store closes 11/8. Get your long sleeve shirts and hoodies. New gear for basketball season is available. A portion of the proceeds for basketball gear goes towards the basketball program. PTSA membership is not included for basketball gear purchases.

https://northbrookfallgear.itemorder.com/

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

6PM PRHS Commons

Class of 2029: Please join us to learn about the high school registration process, specialty programs available at PRHS, and graduation pathway requirements. All parents, guardians, and students are invited to attend this Peachtree Ridge cluster event!

Engage, Equip, Empower

Post-Secondary Readiness Family Night

Presented by:
Miranda McLaren, Executive Director

Office of Accountability and Assessment

ALL GCPS FAMILIES ARE INVITED TO JOIN US

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

5:30 - 6:30 PM

During this session, GCPS families of students in grades 6-12 will receive information about Gwinnett Writes, and other post-secondary readiness assessment opportunities

Click HERE to Register

Order your copy of the 2024-2025 Yearbook at Jostens.com.

Be sure to keep your email receipt of purchase.

Dear Parents:

It’s hard to believe, but in just a few short months, your student’s stay at Northbrook will be nothing more than a memory. 8th Grade Ads are a tradition among graduating students that let them know how much they are cared for. You know your child is amazing – why not show them in this year’s yearbook? Your recognition ad will be printed and remembered forever! By purchasing a space in the back of the book you can tell them how special they are with your own pictures and in your own words.

The due date to submit an 8th Grade Yearbook ad is November 4, 2024

1/4 page: $65

1/8 page: $45

*The price of an ad does not include a yearbook

Go to Jostensyearbooks.com to create and purchase your ad. You can use the attached directions to help walk you through the easy process.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Cabezas

Yearbook Advisor

nicole.cabezas@gcpsk12.org

Help support the GCPS Bookmobile!

Book It For The Bus 5k

Saturday, November 2nd at 8:00 A.M.

J. Alvin Wilbanks Instructional Support Center

Runners 18 and under get a FREE BOOK.

REGISTER AT BOOKMOBILE5K.COM

On Saturday, November 16th, from 10 am to 5 pm, we will be hosting a Mattress Fundraiser in the Peachtree Ridge HS Atrium. It is our goal with this fundraiser to set up a Scholarship Fund for our band students. Here is information about the event.

* There will be about 25 floor models on display for customers to try.

* Brand name beds from Simmons, Wellsville, Therapedic, Southerland, and more!

* All models come in all sizes, are made to order, and come with 5–20-year factory warranties.

* Pillows, adjustable power bases, sheets, frames, and mattress protectors will be available.

* Financing (same as cash)and layaway options are available.

* Best of all, prices are up to 50% less than suggested retail because of the fundraising company's unique business model.

Every purchase supports the Peachtree Ridge Bands Program!

Topic:“Navigating the Holidays and Avoiding Caretaker Fatigue”

This session is highly recommended for families of students at all levels (elementary, middle, and high school). While the holidays are meant to be a time of joy and celebration, they can also be an enormous source of stress and anxiety. In this session, we will share some tips, ideas, and strategies to help families navigate time off from school, social gatherings, and holiday traditions. We will also discuss the importance of self-care as a method for avoiding caretaker fatigue.

Presented by:

Dawn Albanese - Parent Mentor

GCPS Special Education Department

Tuesday, November 12, 2024

10:00am – 11:30am Session - In Person

J. Alvin Wilbanks Instructional Support Center, 437 Old Peachtree Road, NW, Suwanee, GA 30024, Building 200, Central Gwinnett Room 2.111

Registration link for 10:00am session:

https://forms.gle/eA8YKrrZyUQh4hhSA

Or

6:00pm – 7:30pm Session – Zoom

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Registration link for 6:00pm session:

https://gcpsk12-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwtceiorT4sGd0HtnOM-15iUqugtzPhOqKN

If you have any questions, please contact Dawn Albanese:

dawn.albanese@gcpsk12.org , (678) 301-7212

**Interpretation services available upon request. Please make request at least one week in advance of the scheduled meeting date. Spanish Interpretation is already secured.**

The Office of Family Engagement in the Department of Federal Programs invites all families to join the “Family-School Partnership Advisory Council (PAC)” meeting on November 12, 2024, from 5:30 until 7:30 PM.

We are excited to meet in person with all families at the Instructional Support Center in Grayson Room 2.124. During this meeting, GCPS families will receive information about Title I, Title II, Title III, and Family Engagement. Families will have the opportunity to provide input on how these funds are utilized to support students, staff, and schools.

Attached are the images of the Flyers in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean, and Chinese for this family engagement meeting. Please use multiple ways to invite your families to this in-person meeting. Click here to RSVP or share this link: https://forms.gle/VrMMwcraom4ie4KQ7. The Information is also located on the Federal Programs Website and the Engage, Equip, and Empower Website.

Email: nicole_cabezas@gwinnett.k12.ga.us
Website: northbrookms.org
Location: 1221 Northbrook Parkway, Suwanee, GA, United States
Phone: 678-407-7140