N.B.C. WILDCAT CONNECTION
December News
Principal's Update
Dear NBC Parents,
Welcome back! I hope everyone enjoyed a restful and joyous Thanksgiving break. As we transitioned back into our routines this week, we are excited to make the most of the two weeks ahead before we close out the year with our winter break.
Important Highlights for the Next Two Weeks:
Academic Focus
Teachers are diving back into instruction, and it’s a critical time for students to stay engaged as we wrap up this semester's lessons. Please encourage your students to remain focused on completing assignments and preparing for any upcoming assessments.Holiday Events & Activities
The spirit of the season is alive in our school! Keep an eye out in our newsletters for reminders about:- Winter concerts and sporting events.
- Opportunities to give back to our community.
Attendance & Timeliness
A reminder that consistent attendance is vital for student success. Let’s finish the year strong by arriving on time and ready to learn each day.Looking Ahead
- Last Day of School Before Break: December 20th
- Winter Break Dates: December 23rd - January 3rd
- School Resumes: January 6th
Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Let’s make these two weeks productive, meaningful, and joyful for our students and staff.
As always, if you have questions or concerns please feel free to contact me at 231-894-5617 or by email at perreaultj@mapsk12.org
Jim Perreault
NBC Middle School Principal
Para los padres que hablan español necesitando ver el Boletín Informativo de Noticias que son enviados semanalmente:
Abra el boletín electrónico.
Haga clic ‘Ver en el Navegador’.
Cuando visite el boletín, Usted puede seleccionar una sección y hacer clic con el botón derecho. Aparecerá una lista de opciones. Elegir ‘traducir la sección al Inglés’. Elegir de Inglés al lenguaje preferido y haga un clic para terminar. Asi traducirá la sección en Español.
A friendly reminder from the NBC office staff
If you plan on picking your student up early for some reason and know ahead of time, please send your student with a note that morning and we will get them a pass to leave class and meet you at the entrance of the school for their pick up time. This decreases wait time and class interruptions.
PLEASE if your student is not going to be in school or is sick, call the office and let us know why they will not be in school. This way we can mark them with an excused absence instead of an unexcused absence. According to the NBC Middle School Handbook, parents must provide an explanation for their child's absence by no later than 10:00 am on the day of the absence or by the following day.
If we DO NOT answer the phone as we are busy with students or on another line, PLEASE leave a message for us, we will get it taken care of and/or call you back if need be as soon as we are available.
Thank you parents,
-Mrs. Halverson & Mrs. Kraus
(231) 894-5617
Upcoming dates for Band and Choir Events
Saturday, December 7th Band/Choir Christmas Wreath Fundraiser Pick Up 9:30 -11am at the HS parking lot
Saturday, December 7th 7th/8th Grade Solo and Ensemble Festival - Coopersville
Saturday, December 7th Christmas Parade 2 pm
Sunday, December 15th 3 pm 7-12th grade Choir Christmas Concert
Sunday, December 15th 7 pm 6-12th grade Band Christmas Concert
IMPORTANT REMINDER!!
EVERY WEDNESDAY is early release for Montague Public Schools. Which means, NBC Middle Schoolers will get out of school an hour early- dismissal time of 1:40pm!
-Boxes of Kleenex
-Clorox Wipes
-Paper Towels
-Feminine Products (Tampons & Pads)
We are also seeking clean, gently used backpacks, clothing, athletic apparel (adult sizes S-XL), and tennis shoe donations in order to provide essential items for our students who are in need. Some specific items that are helpful are:
-Black leggings (for girls)
-Sweatpants
-Athletic shorts
-Sweatshirts
-Short sleeve t-shirts
-Underpants (New/Unused)
-Hygiene and Misc. items: Backpacks, Deodorant, Tampons
If you would like to donate, please bring items to Mrs. Halverson or Mrs. Kraus in NBC's office. Thank you in advance!
2024-2025 Montague Public Schools District Calendar
N.B.C. Social Media
Website: www.mapsk12.org/nbcmiddleschool
Location: 4700 Stanton Boulevard, Montague, MI, USA
Phone: 231-894-5617
Facebook: www.facebook.com/NellieB.ChisholmMiddleSchool
Instagram: http://instagram.com/nelliebchisholm
Hike the Lights @ Muskegon Luge
Hike the Lights is a free event, where we turn our ski trail lights on from sunset until 10pm, every night of the week. At Muskegon Luge we have over 4 miles of lighted ski/hiking trails ranging from beginner, accessible trails to intermediate with large hills. A headlamp might be helpful on longer, dark sections of trails.
Dogs are welcome too! We love your four legged friends, and just ask that you keep them on a 6 ft. lead and pick up after them.
Hike the Lights begins in October and lasts until the first snowfall when trails are groomed for cross country skiing.
Christmas Parade
Santa's House
Santa House hours are posted on the City sign and the City of Montague Facebook page each year. For more information, contact the Montague Police Department at 231-893-0810.
Bring the kids down and take their picture while they sit on Old St. Nick’s lap! Kids that want to send a letter to Santa can drop it in the mailbox slot on Santa’s House, or mail it to:
Santa Clause
c/o Montague Police Department
8778 Ferry Street
Montague, MI 49437