Dear North Harford Middle School Parents,

I want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your participation in our Open House and Back to School events. Your active involvement in your child's education is truly appreciated.

A dress code helps promote a sense of discipline, professionalism, and respect among students. However, it has come to my attention that an increasing number of students are not adhering to the dress code, and this is causing disruptions within the school community. I know the weather in Maryland can be tricky to predict but please remind your student to layer their clothing based on the season or forecast.

Enforcing a dress code can be challenging, but I believe that it is essential to maintain a positive and respectful school environment. Please know that if a student is found to be in violation of the HCPS student dress code they will have to correct it before returning to class. That may include calling home to bring in an alternative outfit. If you are not sure what the dress code please refer to page 11 of the Parent-Student Handbook Calendar.

540-360-180! We make every day count!

Go Hawks!

Marc A. Manzo

We want to instill good habits while students are in the middle school that will transfer to success at the high school and beyond. So, all students and parents are asked to keep track of their school attendance and are reminded that a total of 17 days absence and greater for a school year is considered chronic absenteeism and could have negative effects on academics and eligibility.

Whether excused or unexcused, a total of 17 days absence and greater for a school year can/will affect the ability to have dual enrollment classes paid for and internship/apprenticeship opportunities.

Bus Change Request: A Bus Change Request is for emergency purposes only and must be approved by the administration. Most of our buses are unable to accommodate additional students. Students should present the request in the morning. Requests are limited to a pass for only 1 additional rider and approval depends on seat availability.

Dismissal pick-up: If you are picking up a student from the school, please make sure you are picking up the student in the loading loop in front of the building. We do not want students unsafely crossing 165/Pikesville Rd and getting into a vehicle.

On October 9, 2023 during homeroom, students will receive their individual MCAP scoring reports from last year. If you have any questions or concerns please contact Ms. O'Hara at erin.ohara@hcps.org or call 410-638-3658

Vision and Hearing screenings for 8th graders will be start this month! Parents should expect results in the next couple of weeks. Please email Jody.Edwards@hcps.org with questions.

On October 2, 2023 we had an opportunity to thank our hard working custodians. The NHMS Social Committee organized goodie bags to be given to them on Monday!

On October 26th students will walk to the new EMS Station (beside the middle school) to tour the new facility and to deliver snacks to these heroes. Our PE Teachers will escort the students to the station for the visits, for a total of six visits throughout the day (approximately 125 students per visit). Our School Resource Officer and staff will ensure that the road is clear and safe for students to travel to the EMS Station.

Donated items will also be delivered to local fire departments and the Harford County Sheriff’s Office and Maryland State Police. Please see attached poster for suggested donations.

Donations are being accepted now through October 23rd and will be delivered on October 26th when students take their tour. (Donations to Harford County Sheriff’s Office and Maryland State Police will also be delivered that week.

October 13: HAC update https://tinyurl.com/2pxattet

October 19: 3 hr. Early Dismissal

October 20: Schools Closed

October 27: HAC update https://tinyurl.com/2pxattet

Interested in visiting Magnet Schools?

https://www.hcps.org/Schools/docs/MagnetPrograms/ParentStudentInformationNightMeetings2023-2024.pdf

https://www.hcps.org/departments/curriculum/athletics.aspx

The latest information on Middle School Sports can be found in the link above.

Registration https://registration.hcps.org/

• 6th graders-Carli Page (6th grade)- carli.page@hcps.org
• 7th graders -Hannah Bittner (7th grade) - hannah.bittner@hcps.org
• 8th graders -M. Devon Vogt (8th grade)- mark.vogt@hcsp.org
• Magnet School Application window opens on October 13th, Mr. Vogt will be going into classrooms to discuss magnet school options in the next couple of weeks. https://www.hcps.org/Schools/MagnetPrograms/Default.aspx

NHMS School Counselors

Candy White (Secretary)

candy.white@hcps.org

Office Phone: 410-638-3658

https://www.hcps.org/students/tutoring.aspx

Click here for all the payment options for lunch account, athletic tickets, and all other payment needs.

· HCPS Daily Substitute Teacher Pay Rates:

• $150.00/day (This rate applies to all substitute teachers who have completed any education under a four year Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.)
• $165.00/day (This rate applies to all substitute teachers who have completed a four-year Bachelor's degree or beyond from an accredited college or university.)

Steps to Become a Daily Substitute Teacher:

1. Complete an Online Employment Application, attach supporting documentation (copy of transcript, degree, teaching certificate, etc.), and provide three professional references (note that friends and family are not acceptable references and will not be accepted). You must provide proof of a high school diploma to be eligible to substitute in elementary and middle schools. To be eligible to substitute in high schools you must provide proof of at least sixty credits from an accredited college or university. Human Resources will then review your application.
2. Completion of a screening interview
3. Upon a successful interview, you will receive further instructions

Email: erin.ohara@hcps.org
Website: https://nhms.ss18.sharpschool.com/
Location: 112 Pylesville Road, Pylesville, MD, USA
Phone: 410-638-3658