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News and events
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March 1, 2024
A Message From The Principal
Happy Spring,
It's hard to believe but starting March 1st, the sun will not set before 6:00 p.m. until November. Spring is here. With Spring here, we will begin our final push toward the MCA test in April. Now, as much as ever, is a great time to connect with your student about the things they are learning in their classes. Encourage them to spend some time each night looking at their work, finishing assignments and reading. Our last trimester will begin when we return from Spring Break as well. One of our VALOR values is owning our actions. We share with our students that we want to finish the year strong. A lot of that is connected to their hard work and willingness to connect with their learning. We appreciate the partnership we have with you to make sure our students continue to grow academically throughout the year.
Important Dates to Remember
March
3/5 - No School, Primary Election
3/8 - Last Day Trimester 2
3/11 - 3/15 - No School, Spring Break
3/18 - No School, Staff Planning
3/19 - Trimester 3 begins
3/21 - 3/23 - Spring Musical
3/26 - Fundraiser at Culver's in Blaine (see info below)
3/27 - Spring Pictures (only students purchasing a packet)
3/29 - No School, Staff Development
Lost and Found Items
Many items are filling up our Lost and Found located in the south corner of the cafeteria. If your student is missing items, please have them check out the hanging rod of coats and many shelves containing water bottles, clothes, hats, gloves, shoes, etc. Below are some of the items that are waiting to be found.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LqyoyNHatM4rDpaqFFb7k1x5C53E-oEp/view?usp=drive_link
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CFixG3UNx86Eb0afOvcgmJDZkKiJJbxg/view?usp=drive_link
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Q0cLgv5uRnxZGZ58FrBRl4wIPDYZrIeH/view?usp=drive_link
These items will be donated to a local charity during Spring Break if they aren't claimed by March 11th.
SPRING MUSICAL!!!
Fundraiser at Culver's in Blaine
Mark your calendars, NMS will be hosting a spring fundraiser at Culver's in Blaine on Tuesday, March 26th. NMS will receive a portion of the sales for the evening from 5:00-7:00 pm. If you want to support NMS, and not have to cook for the evening, plan on dinner at Culver's on 3/26.
SPRING PICTURES!
Spring Pictures will be in the morning on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. Only students who are purchasing pictures will have their pictures taken. If you wish to pre-order pictures on-line, please go to Lifetouch.Com and enter the following information:
School Name: Northdale Middle School
Pictures Day Date: Wednesday, March 27
Pictures Day ID: EVTF3QGCS
Picture order forms will be sent home with students after spring break.
Volunteer Opportunities
Thank you to our 185 registered volunteers at NMS. Here are our volunteer opportunities for March:
Every Meal - Ongoing - March, April & May
Every Meal is a nonprofit organization with a mission to fight child hunger through community and school partnerships. The program strives to make a difference in children's lives by specifically focusing on food gaps - the times when children aren't at school to access school meal programs. Volunteers are needed to unpack food and distribute bags of food in students' lockers each Thursday morning. Time commitment is less than 30 minutes. Sign Up (Jan.-Mar)
Every Meal Sign Up for April & May.
Volunteers needed to support our Ramadan school community
Our Muslim community at Northdale will be celebrating Ramadan this year from March 11 through April 10. To create a supportive and welcoming environment for our students who are fasting during Ramadan we are asking for volunteers to help support and mentor students. If you are interested please sign up using this link. Ramadan Volunteer Sign Up
NMS Robotics Club Snack Donations
Mr. Heit, an 8th grade science teacher, has requested donations for snack items for his after school Robotics Club that runs February through mid April. Sign Up.
8th Grade Sewing Assistance - Starts 2/14 (ongoing)
Mrs. Herman is looking for assistance with the 8th grade sewing unit in FCS. Eighth graders will be sewing a drawstring bag and pencil pouch. Previous sewing is not required but helpful.
8th grade - starting 2/14 they will be learning the machine, doing measuring activities until 2/23, they will start their pencil bag project 2/26. Volunteers can help when they're learning the machine and once they start working on the project. FCS is an every-other day class: 8th grade H1D1, H4D2 (A & B lunch) and H7D2. Sign up to volunteer.
7th Grade Sewing Assistance - Starts 3/1 (ongoing)
7th grade - they will start measuring & drawing their patterns 3/1 and then will go into learning how to use the sewing machine and continuing to work on the project. Classes: 7th grade H2D1, H3D1, H4D1 (A & B lunch), H6D1, H7D1, H1D2, H2D2, H5D2 and H6D2.
Sign up to volunteer.
Multicultural Night
Greeting Northdale Families!!!
Mark your calendars for Thursday, April 18th!
We will be hosting our annual Multicultural Family Night from 5pm-7pm. There will be student booths, performances, and a light dinner.
Things to know:
-Each NMS student must have a parent or guardian with them to attend the event.
-The event is free
-There will be food available for purchase
-There will be limited seating, so watch for an electronic sign up in the April Newsletter.
If you have any questions, please call Ms. Mitchell 763.506.5435.
It’s not too early to start thinking about Spring. Community Education has a variety of Spring Athletics and Activities at Northdale starting in March and April. Register online today!
After School Athletics and Activities
Viking Gaming Club - Mondays, starting April 1. Open to grades 6-8.
Chess - Wednesdays, starting April 3. Open to grades 6-8
Dungeons & Dragons Club - Thursdays, starting April 4. Open to grades 6-8.
Viking Service Club/Youth for Change - Mondays, starting April 8. Open to grades 6-8.
Boys Tennis - Mondays - Thursdays, starting April 22. Open to grades 6-8.
Baseball - Mondays - Thursdays, starting April 22. Open to grades 6-8.
Boys Volleyball - Mondays - Thursdays, starting April 22. Open to grades 6-8.
Boys Track - Mondays - Thursdays, starting April 22. Open to grades 6-8.
Girls Track - Mondays - Thursdays, starting April 22. Open to grades 6-8.
Girls NFL Flag Football - Mondays and Wednesdays, starting April 22. Open to grades 6-8
Evening, Weekend, Non-School Day Activities
Pajama Pants Machine Sewing - Tuesday, March 5, 9:00 am- 12 pm. Open to grades 4-8.
Open Sewing Lab - Tuesday, March 5, 12:30-3:30 pm. Open to grades 4-8
Safety Awareness - Beginners, Returning, and Advanced - Wednesdays, starting March 20. Open to grades K-8.
Young Enineers ROBOTICS & STEM Program - Spring Sports Machines - Tuesdays, starting March 26. Open to grades 1-7.
Drum Lessons - Thursdays, starting April 4. Open to grades 4-8.
Intro to Acting - Tuesdays, starting April 16. Open to ages 11-14.
Young Engineers ROBOTICS & STEM Program - Valley Fair Park Machines - Tuesdays, starting April 23. Open to grades 1-7.This e-newsletter is published by Northdale Middle School. Questions, comments or concerns about the school e-newsletter? Contact us.